Production Test Engineer
At ispace U.S., we’re not just going to the Moon—we’re redefining how we get there. Our missions push the boundaries of human and robotic exploration, driven by our belief: “Expand our Planet. Expand our Future.” By providing cost-effective lunar transportation, we are pioneering a future where space is within reach for scientific discovery, commercial ventures, and sustainable exploration.
With locations in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States, ispace is rapidly growing and leading the way in lunar exploration and development. Our U.S. branch is based in Englewood, Colorado, and focuses on high-capacity payload lunar landers designed to support future lunar missions. Our team is made up of innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries committed to making space more accessible and fostering the next generation of space exploration.
Let’s go to the Moon together! Our team is growing, and we are actively seeking talented individuals who share our passion for space.
Key Responsibilities Work with a small, highly technical team through development, qualification, and acceptance testing of lunar lander hardware and software
Define test requirements, environmental conditions, and instrumentation/equipment needed for our Vehicle .
Develop, review, and execute test plans, procedures, and verification documentation for aerospace hardware, subsystems, and integrated systems
Perform as a Test Engineer and Certified Test Conductor (CTC) responsible for safe development and execution of integration & test procedures .
Plan and coordinate test campaigns, including facility requirements, ground support equipment (GSE), instrumentation, data acquisition, safety reviews, and logistics
Design, Develop and/or oversee fabrication of tooling & test fixtures as needed
Execute tests with the help of test technicians, test engineers, or design team
Analyze test data, document results, generate test reports, and provide recommendations to engineering leadership and program teams
Collect and reduce data to determine if requirements are met. Generate test reports to stakeholders in order to validate our processes & hardware.
Provide feedback and/or aid in the PMP (Preventative Maintenance Plan) and expansion of the testing team’s equipment and testing facilities
Responsible for the assembly and test procedures for the structural, propulsion and avionics assembly and integration vehicle
Collaborate with other engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to solve shop floor issues
Document and provide resolution to non-conformances.
Support root-cause investigations and corrective action implementation resulting from test failures or hardware anomalies
Develop and maintain test equipment, fixtures, instrumentation, procedures, and laboratory capabilities to improve efficiency and repeatability
Maintain configuration control of test articles, test equipment, procedures, and associated documentation throughout the program lifecycle
Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or other related discipline.
2+ years of MFG and/or Test Experience in the aerospace or electronics realm.
Experience working in collegiate project teams (e.g. Formula SAE, Hybrid Electric Vehicle) and/or professional experience Professional experience with instrumentation and data acquisition (e.g. SPICE, SQL, and/or National Instruments hardware)
Familiarity with data acquisition systems, scripting, or automation tools (Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, etc.)
Experience with requirements verification and traceability methodologies
Minimum of 2 years of experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability hardware testing, integration, or verification activities
Experience developing and executing test plans, test procedures, verification documentation, and test reports
Familiarity with qualification and acceptance testing methodologies for aerospace or other high-reliability systems
Strong understanding of engineering documentation, configuration management, and verification processes
Ability to work hands-on with hardware in laboratory, cleanroom, and manufacturing environments
Strong sense of accountability and integrity with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with pneumatic testing at various pressures and volumes
In-depth knowledge of the technical aspects of operations, engineering, safety and quality.
Strong working knowledge of ISO, AS9100 and quality control standards.
Ability to work with a team along with providing guidance to drive improvements towards process efficiency.
Proven track record of driving continuous quality improvement in a manufacturing environment.
At ispace, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, even if you don’t meet every listed requirement. If you’re passionate about our mission and think you can contribute, we encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences may be exactly what we need to grow and succeed together.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR .here.
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