Senior Test Integration Engineer

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Senior Test Integration Engineer to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As a Senior Test Integration Engineer, you will focus on prototype integration, development testing, and vehicle-level test campaigns, with direct involvement in both early-stage hardware and flight hardware qualification. You’ll play a key role in the build-test-learn cycle, helping rapidly mature designs into flight-ready systems.

Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Pegasus LTV, which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

Key Responsibilities:

Integrate and test prototype subsystems and full vehicle assemblies

Plan and execute development test campaigns to evaluate performance and inform design iterations

Support flight hardware verification and qualification testing

Set up and operate test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems

Troubleshoot hardware and system issues, driving root cause analysis and resolution

Conduct vehicle-level environmental and performance testing (e.g., thermal, vibration, mobility)

Develop and maintain test procedures, plans, and reports

Design and build test fixtures and integration setups

Analyze test data and provide actionable feedback to engineering teams

Collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and systems engineering to ensure test readiness

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical , Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

4–8 years of experience in test, integration, or prototype development environments

Hands-on experience with electromechanical systems, vehicles, or robotics

Experience executing development and validation testing

Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and system-level issues

Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition systems

Ability to work in fast-paced, iterative development environments

Strong communication and documentation skills

U.S. Person

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with prototype vehicle or robotic system development

Background in flight hardware testing or qualification

Familiarity with vehicle-level environmental testing (thermal, vibration, dust)

Experience with HIL/SIL testing or embedded systems

Proficiency with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar tools

Compensation & Benefits: Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer

Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation

Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions

Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.