Solar Array Test EngineerDepartment Assembly Integration & TestEmployment Type Full TimeLocation Redondo Beach Compensation 110000 - 150000 yearDescriptionAs a Solar Array Test Engineer at Impulseyou will play a critical role in designing planning and executing testing of solar array systems and subassemblies. This role owns test development from requirements through data review focusing on electrical performance mechanical integrity environmental durability and flight readiness. Youll work closely with solar array design power electronics systems engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure robust compliant and high-performing solar hardware.ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute electrical performance tests for solar arrays including I-V characterization and efficiency measurementsPlan and run environmental and durability tests such as thermal cycling UV exposure vibration or shock as applicableDevelop test plans and procedures from system and component requirements including acceptance criteriaDesign build and validate test fixtures harnessing and high-power setupsPartner with design manufacturing and suppliers to close test gaps and improve reliability and performanceParticipate in anomaly troubleshooting root-cause investigations and re-test plansMinimum QualificationsB.S. in Electrical Mechanical Aerospace Engineering or related field3 years of direct experience in hardware test engineeringWorking knowledge of photovoltaic behavior electroluminescence and solar array performance driversExperience with electrical and thermal instrumentation and DAQ systemsFamiliarity with environmental and mechanical test methods and lab safety practicesStrong data reduction and analysis skills in Python MATLAB or similarClear communicator with solid technical documentation skillsPreferred Skills and ExperienceMasters degree in a relevant engineering disciplineDirect experience testing solar arrays or photovoltaic hardwareFamiliarity with PV and aerospace qualification standards relevant to solar array testing including IEC UL MIL-STD NASA and ECSS standardsExperience with thermal-vacuum testing radiation or UV degradation testing or arc-fault characterizationDemonstrated ability to drive cross-functional closure of test anomalies and design improvementsAdditional InformationCompensation bands are determined by role level location and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills education experience technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary for full-time hires you may also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options and access to medical vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401k retirement plan. Impulse Spaces spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR and Export Administration Regulations EAR. This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons i.e. U.S. citizen U.S. national lawful permanent U.S. resident green card holder an individual granted asylum in the U.S. or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State Commerce or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here. Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national originethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.