Test Infrastructure Engineer

Loft Orbital

About This Role:

• Test Bench & Test Station Development
• Design, build, and maintain software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test benches to support satellite hardware and software validation
• Own updates, evolution, and lifecycle management of test infrastructure to support current and future programs
• Maintain and improve test stations, tools, and equipment for integration and test (I&T) campaigns
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with Systems, AIT, Software, and Product teams from design to execution, ensuring test infrastructure meets program objectives
• Support AIT campaigns with test setup, troubleshooting, and automation improvements
• Process & Tooling Improvement
• Refine and standardize tools, processes, and interfaces involved in test infrastructure
• Automate repetitive tasks and improve dynamicity in test workflows
• Contribute to company-level process definitions to meet Orbitworks scaling goals
• Stakeholder Interaction
• Act as the point of contact for test infrastructure needs, working closely with engineering teams to prioritize and deliver solutions
• Identify pain points and propose actionable improvements to increase efficiency and reliability
  
  
  

Must Haves:

• 5+ years of experience working with Linux and networking fundamentals
• Hands-on experience with embedded hardware (Engineering Models, Flight Models)
• Proven track record in system validation and platform integration
• Strong debugging skills for Linux system management (systemd, networkd, file systems) and HIL setups
• Solid understanding of VLANs, OSI layers, packet tracing, TCP/UDP protocols, and network diagnostics tools (tcpdump, Wireshark)
• Proficient in Python and scripting languages (e.g., bash)
• Skilled with software development practices, version control (git, GitLab), and containerization (Docker, pods)
• Experience with continuous integration tools and cloud-based automation
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and procurement processes
  
  
  

Nice to Haves:

• Deep understanding of embedded and space protocols and standards
• Experience collaborating with mechanical and electrical engineering teams
• Knowledge of harness design and build
• Additional programming languages (C, C++, C#, Lua, YAML, Cue)
• Experience setting up automated HIL test benches
• Previous work with space systems