Join CesiumAstro as a Test Technician III to work on cutting-edge electronics in a dynamic startup environment.
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Joblaze summary
In the role of Test Technician III at CesiumAstro, the individual will collaborate with engineers to design and execute performance tests for advanced electronics and RF circuitry, particularly focusing on phased array systems. Proficiency with lab instrumentation such as spectrum analyzers and automated power supplies is essential, along with the ability to interpret technical schematics. This position is suited for someone with a solid background in electronics testing, ideally with experience in complex RF systems. The startup environment encourages versatility, requiring team members to adapt to a range of tasks.
Quick facts
- Is the Test Technician III role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Austin, TX, United States.
- Where is the role based?
- CesiumAstro is hiring for this position in Austin, TX, United States.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AESA, Electronics, RF, VNAs, spectrum analyzers, test setup.
- What seniority level is this role?
- CesiumAstro targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Test Technician III role at CesiumAstro.
From the original posting
Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add an Test Technician III to our team. If you are excited about working in a startup environment, have a strong work ethic, and are passionate about cutting-edge electronics, we would like to hear from you.
In this position, you will work closely with CesiumAstro engineers to create module & payload performance test setups, execute test plans, and produce timely, reliable test results. You will have the opportunity to use and maintain state-of-the-art electronics lab instrumentation, such as spectrum analyzers, VNAs, automated power supplies, and more. You will be challenged to propose and fabricate intricate test setups to increase productivity and improve test results.
Many of our products include active phased arrays (a.k.a. active electronically scanned arrays, or AESAs). These are antenna products with active RF circuitry integrated with the antenna. This adds complexity to the test architecture, including power, digital control, and thermal effects. As such, direct experience with phased array (or AESA) testing is preferred.
Core day-to-day activities will include aligning with engineers to test and troubleshoot complex electronics and RF circuitry from component level to system level. As such, the ability to understand and work from drawings, diagrams, schematics, and test procedures is key.
As a small company, the CesiumAstro team “wears many hats.” Candidates should be comfortable with a varied workflow that may involve multitasking between test setup creation, test execution, lab organization, and other related tasks.