Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world.   For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed.  Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions.  Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world.  Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves.   We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

What We’re Looking For:

If you are an experienced engineer with a background in Integration, Verification, and Validation, you will be excited about the Senior Test Engineer opening with Iridium on our Integration & Test team for a Space Development Agency (SDA) project. As a Senior Test Engineer, you’ll be responsible for leading and independently implementing solutions supporting the integration and testing of satellite ground systems. In this role, you will focus primarily on developing integration plans, executing system tests, troubleshooting issues, and driving technical excellence across projects. You will thrive in this role if you are analytical, collaborative, proactive, and enthusiastic about continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do:

• Be responsible for developing, refining, and executing integration and test plans for satellite ground systems
• Lead system troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities, implementing corrective actions
• Work independently to drive successful integration across hardware, software, and networking components
• Work collaboratively with multiple teams of engineers and stakeholders to ensure successful integration of components and systems within project timelines
• Develop and maintain documentation, including test plans, procedures, and system configurations
• Execute system testing and verification activities, including defining test requirements, developing test plans, and executing tests to ensure system functionality and performance meet project requirements
• Work closely with SDA System Engineers and Developers on current testing requirements and development of procedures
• Ensure projects meet technical performance targets, deliver quality results, and activities are well-designed and meet overall project objectives
• Play a key role in system testing and verification activities to ensure functionality and performance meet requirements
• Create automated test scripts and procedures to streamline validation activities
• Provide system engineering best practices and contribute strategic input to program design and delivery

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 8+ years of relevant experience in the space and ground systems industry
• Programming languages such as: Python, Shell scripting
• Experience with Kubernetes / Docker / Podman / ArgoCD
• Familiarity with tools and software applications that support System Engineering and Integration, Verification, and Validation best practices
• Willingness to learn and work with numerous COTS (Commercial-off-the-Shelf) packages
• Experience working with different databases
• Familiarity with coding and scripting languages with a willingness to continuously learn and enhance skills
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues to groups outside of your team or those who are unfamiliar with the topic
• Have confidence and be able to easily build relationships with leadership and colleagues outside of your team
• Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions and come up with out-of-the-box solutions
• Be proactive in providing feedback and be enthusiastic in sharing your knowledge with others
• Capable of prioritizing your own tasks and potentially the tasks of others while making sure deadlines are met

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:

• Knowledge of satellite subsystems and Command and Control Systems (e.g., OS Comet, InControl)
• Experience with the Hardware-Software Development Life Cycle
• Programming proficiency in Java, JavaScript, C++
• Working knowledge of networking protocols, routers, and switches
• Experience with Atlassian tools such as JIRA, R4J, and Confluence
• Experience operating in Linux Red Hat environments

We’ll also need you to:

• Be able to travel up to 20%
• Be a US Citizen
• Be able to work in the office at least 2 days a week to foster collaboration with the team and stakeholders

Work environment:

This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.