Systems AI&T - Satellite Payload Lead

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Type: Contract

Category: Engineer

Industry: Technology

Workplace Type: Remote

Reference ID: JN -072026-107830

Date Posted: 07/08/2026

Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/39puIb


Description:

Remote

 

Our client seeks a Systems AI&T - Satellite Payload Lead to design, integrate, and deliver payload support and test equipment for satellite communications payloads. The role develops customized STE hardware, software, and interfaces aligned with satellite bus specifications, supporting payload validation from integration through delivery. The position contributes to test planning, execution, automation, and compliance while coordinating calibrations and logistics to ensure readiness for final integration.

 

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

 

Rate: $75.00 to $95.00/hr. w2


JN -072026-107830



Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop customized STE solutions aligned with payload and bus functional, performance, and interface requirements.
  • Support integration of STE with payload systems to validate functionality, performance, and environmental resilience.
  • Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and verification activities.
  • Assist in building test equipment including hardware, harnessing, and interface components.
  • Track and perform certifications on operational payload STE and coordinate calibrations of all STE assets.
  • Support development of automation and software tools for test execution and data collection.
  • Participate in integration and test activities, including equipment shipping logistics, test procedure training, troubleshooting, and anomaly resolution.
  • Ensure compliance with technical, safety, and regulatory standards.
  • Support delivery of payload and STE systems to the satellite bus provider for final integration.

Experience Requirements:
  • 5–8 years in systems engineering, integration and test, or RF/test engineering.
  • Experience with hardware test systems, instrumentation, or integration environments.
  • Familiarity with test plans, procedures, and verification processes.
  • Understanding of communications payload and satellite subsystems.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work in cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Ability to travel up to 20%.
  • Experience with satellite or aerospace systems is beneficial.
  • Familiarity with LabView for STE software.
  • Familiarity with Python or MATLAB for post-processing data.
  • Experience with InControl, Epic, or COSMOS for integration and testing.
  • Familiarity with VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and noise figure measurement systems.
  • Working knowledge of telemetry architecture and high-speed digital interfaces.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.


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Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (noreply@eliassen.com, 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
 

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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About Eliassen Group:
 
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
 
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