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Loft Orbital Solutions • Golden, Colorado, United States
Salary: 100% company-pa
Role & seniority: Test Engineer (mid-level to senior) at Loft Orbital
Stack/tools: Spacecraft/subsystem environmental and functional testing; data acquisition systems; instrumentation and control systems; scripting/automation (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)
Design, develop, and execute test procedures, setups, and instrumentation for spacecraft and subsystem testing
Execute and document environmental and functional tests (vibration, thermal, TVAC, EMI, shock); analyze results; generate reports and non-conformance flags
Develop and implement automated/manual test equipment and fixtures; ensure tests align with mission requirements; contribute to data management and process improvements
Bachelor’s in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent)
3–7 years in aerospace or hardware testing; ability to interpret drawings, schematics, and test specs
Knowledge of environmental/test standards (e.g., GEVS, MIL-STD); hands-on hardware/testing in lab environments
Experience with data acquisition, instrumentation/control systems; scripting/automation (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)
Experience with EGSE/ATE; requirements verification/validation; aerospace test campaigns and environmental tests
Familiarity with data management or configuration control tools; willingness to support off-hours/weekend testing
Wanna join the adventure?
As a Test Engineer at Loft Orbital, you will contribute to the design, execution, and improvement of test processes that ensure the reliability and performance of Loft’s space hardware. You’ll work hands-on with a range of systems—from subsystems to full spacecraft—supporting environmental, functional, and automated test campaigns.
You will collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and software teams to develop test plans, execute procedures, and analyze results to ensure our satellites and components meet mission requirements. This role offers the opportunity to deepen your technical expertise in testing complex aerospace hardware while working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. \n
\n $100,000 - $135,000 a year State law requires us to tell you the base compensation range for this role, which is $110,000- $135,000 per year in Colorado which is determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we evaluate individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy. \n *Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t check all the boxes.
Who We Are
Loft: Space Made Simple.
Founded in 2017, Loft provides governments, companies, and research institutions with a fast, reliable, and flexible way to deploy missions in orbit.
We integrate, launch, and operate spacecraft, offering end-to-end missions as a service across Earth observation, IoT connectivity, in-orbit demonstrations, national security missions, and more. Leveraging our existing space infrastructure and an extensive inventory of satellite buses, Loft is reducing years-long integration and launch timelines to months. With more than 25 missions flown, Loft’s flight heritage and proven technologies enable customers to focus on their mission objectives.
At Loft, you’ll be given the autonomy and ownership to solve significant challenges, but with a close-knit and supportive team at your back. We believe that diversity and community are the foundation of an open culture. We are committed to hiring the best people regardless of background and make their time at Loft the most fulfilling period of their career.
We value kind, supportive and team-oriented collaborators. It is also crucial for us that you are a problem solver and a great communicator. As our team is international, you will need strong English skills to better collaborate, easily communicate complex ideas and convey important messages. With 4 satellites on-orbit and a wave of exciting missions launching soon, we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco, CA | Golden, CO | and Toulouse, France.
As an international company your resume will be reviewed by people across our offices so please attach a copy in English.