Senior Electrical Test Engineer

Location: Natick, MA

About Busek:
Busek designs and manufactures advanced electric propulsion systems and related technologies for spacecraft. Our innovations support both government and commercial missions in Earth orbit and deep space. We offer a collaborative, hands-on environment where engineers directly impact real space missions.

Summary:
Busek is seeking a Senior Electrical Test Engineer to lead and execute the testing and validation of electronic systems used in space propulsion. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, conduct, and analyze tests that ensure the performance, reliability, and safety of our hardware. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer with hands-on lab expertise who thrives in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

How you will make an impact:

• Lead setup, execution, and analysis of tests on electronic hardware, including circuit boards and spacecraft power systems.

• Use lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, and other instrumentation to collect and interpret data.

• Develop and refine test procedures, documenting results for internal engineering and external customer reviews.

• Troubleshoot complex electronics, test setups, and anomalies in collaboration with engineering teams.

• Support environmental and functional testing, including vibration, thermal vacuum, and EMI/EMC testing.

• Mentor junior engineers and lab technicians in best practices for testing and documentation.

• Maintain lab equipment, ensuring safety, organization, and calibration compliance.

Desired skills:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in hardware testing, validation, or related roles.

• Strong familiarity with lab instrumentation, measurement techniques, and electronic test equipment.

• Solid understanding of electronic circuits, schematics, and components.

• Proven problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency (required for government contracts).

Nice to have:

• Experience with programming or scripting (e.g., LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB) for automated testing or data analysis.

• Previous experience in aerospace systems or spaceflight hardware.

• Leadership or mentorship experience in a lab or test environment.

Why Join Busek?

• Work on spaceflight hardware with tangible mission impact.

• Lead testing efforts while collaborating with experienced engineers.

• Expand expertise across multiple testing and engineering disciplines.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Compliance Note:
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations (ITAR), employment at Busek requires applicants to be:

• A U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee; or

• Eligible for necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or Department of Commerce.

For more information about ITAR regulations, visit the DDTC Public Portal.