Apex Space
Spacecraft Structures Test Engineer
$100K–$187K
Los Angeles · Full-time · Posted Aug 31, 2026
- Experience
- 3+ years of experience in spacecraft, launch vehicle, or complex structural testing.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering field.
- Visa sponsorship
- Applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person or be able to obtain required U.S. export authorizations.
About the job
Own structural and mechanical validation of spacecraft hardware, from components through integrated spacecraft, by developing test systems, executing test campaigns, and analyzing results.
What you'll do
- Define and execute structural testing across components, subsystems, and spacecraft; lead test operations and post-test reviews.
- Develop test infrastructure and instrumentation, including fluid, hydraulic, pressurized, and data acquisition systems.
- Automate test procedures and data analysis, troubleshoot failures, and work with design, analysis, avionics, and manufacturing teams.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering field.
- 3+ years of experience in spacecraft, launch vehicle, or complex structural testing.
- Background designing large-scale structural test stands or load application systems; knowledge of structural mechanics and structural analysis/test correlation.
- Hands-on experience with instrumentation, structural test systems, and test automation or scripting (Python or similar).
Nice to have
- Experience with environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC).
- Familiarity with NX/Teamcenter, Nastran, or ANSYS; experience with high-pressure or cryogenic systems.
Pay
$100K – $187K (USD, base salary)
Tools
Python, NX/Teamcenter, Nastran, ANSYS, TVAC, EMI/EMC
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