Assembly, Integration, and Test EngineerThe Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) Engineer is responsible for developing, executing, and documenting test procedures for space technology systems ranging from CubeSats to ESPA-class spacecraft to ensure performance, functionality, and reliability in support of Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) space missions. This role involves integrating spacecraft hardware and software components, conducting space-qualified environmental testing, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine mission designs.The AI&T engineer will support the full testing lifecycle for spaceflight experiments, including:Spacecraft assembly and integration: Hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft buses, payloads, and experiments within government clean room facilities at Kirtland AFBSpace environmental testing: Conduct and support functional and environmental testing including thermal vacuum, vibration, acoustic, EMI/EMC, and other space-qualification testsLaunch integration: Support flight experiment integration at launch sites, including mechanical installation, functional testing, inspection, and day-of-launch processesTest facility management: Support government integration facility operations, including laboratory safety, clean room protocols, ESD procedures, and compliance with aerospace safety standardsThis position requires hands-on experience with space hardware, understanding of spaceflight environmental requirements, and the ability to work in Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) supporting cradle-to-grave space mission lifecycles from concept through launch and operations.Key Responsibilities:Perform hands-on assembly and integration of spacecraft buses, payloads, and experiments within government facilitiesSupport integration of CubeSat through ESPA-class spacecraft and high-altitude balloon systemsIntegrate flight hardware and software components, ensuring proper interfaces and functionalitySupport spacecraft mechanical installation, harnessing, thermal blanketing, and system closeoutsCoordinate with spacecraft subsystem engineers (power, communications, attitude control, propulsion, structures)Maintain clean room protocols, ESD procedures, and contamination control standardsSupport government integration facility management including equipment maintenance and calibrationDevelop and execute test plans for space-qualified environmental testing:Thermal vacuum testing (hot/cold operational and survival temperatures)Vibration and shock testing (simulating launch environments)Acoustic testing (launch vehicle acoustic environments)EMI/EMC testing (electromagnetic compatibility for space systems)Functional testing (end-to-end spacecraft operations verification)Conduct systems-level tests to evaluate performance of spacecraft, balloon, and ground systems/subsystemsOperate and maintain test equipment including thermal chambers, shake tables, and RF test equipmentPerform data reduction, analysis, and review of functional and environmental test resultsDevelop documented data acquisition, processing, analysis, and modeling/simulation tools for test evaluationsDevelop comprehensive test plans, test procedures, and test cases for spacecraft verification and validationDraft and review test specifications and user's guidesPrepare Safety Plans and Risk Management Plans for test activitiesDocument experimental processes and results to allow independent reproduction of testsParticipate in programmatic, technical, and safety reviewsConduct reliability, operability, interoperability, and performance assessmentsMaintain test reports, compliance artifacts, and lessons learned documentationSupport flight experiment launch integration activities at launch sitesSupport telemetry archiving, analysis, and post-launch documentationPack, protect, and ship flight experiments and support equipment to launch facilitiesSupport hardware and software integration in preparation for launch, including:Mechanical installation and interface verificationFunctional testing and health checksThermal blanketing and final closeoutsInspection and fairing integrationRange safety proceduresDay-of-launch processes and anomaly resolutionMaintain and upgrade government integration capabilities and equipmentIdentify and recommend mitigation for hazardous situations in workspaces, test facilities, integration areas, and pre-launch facilitiesSupport government integration facility management, including:Personnel training on laboratory equipment and safety proceduresFacility security and access control complianceSafety compliance and hazard identificationAnalyze test results, troubleshoot issues, and support root cause analysis for test failuresSupport re-engineering and re-design of software and hardware after testingImplement corrective actions and retest to verify fixesDocument failure modes, lessons learned, and design improvementsWork closely with systems engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers, and operations personnelSupport direct analytical, technician, and systems engineering tasks of the RVE Assembly, Integration, and Testing Infrastructure Lead(s)Provide technical support for design reviews, customer demonstrations, and field testingThis is a junior level position.Minimum Qualifications:Education/ Years of Relevant Experience: 0+ years of experience with BS degreeClearance: TS with ability to obtain SCI.U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.Compensation:Our team offers competitive benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance, and robust professional development and education opportunities.Location:Onsite at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM