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SpaceX

Avionics Test Engineer (Starfall)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

AVIONICS TEST ENGINEER (STARFALL) Want to design test systems at a speed never before seen in the industry? At SpaceX, we are designing systems to test avionics in a matter of weeks, not months or ...

K2 Space

Avionics Test Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$100K - $150K/yr

You will be working alongside the Electrical and RF Engineering teams to interface with Avionics hardware, validate prototype designs, define test requirements, and design test infrastructure to meet ...

SpaceX

Avionics Test Engineer (Starship)

Hawthorne, CA

$120K - $170K/yr

AVIONICS TEST ENGINEER (STARSHIP) The Components Test team develops the test and manufacturing processes for the most advanced spacecraft avionics in the world. Our engineers serve as hardware ...

E-Space

Avionics Test Engineer

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

We are looking for Test Engineers to support the full test lifecycle for satellite avionics hardware. You will design test interface boards (TIBs), embed design-for-test (DFT) practices into the ...

E-Space

Avionics Test Engineer

Saratoga, CA

$150K - $250K/yr

We are looking for Test Engineers to support the full test lifecycle for satellite avionics hardware. You will design test interface boards (TIBs), embed design-for-test (DFT) practices into the ...

K2 Space

Avionics Test Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

You will be working alongside the Electrical and RF Engineering teams to interface with Avionics hardware, validate prototype designs, define test requirements, and design test infrastructure to meet ...

SpaceX

Avionics Test Engineer (Starfall)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

AVIONICS TEST ENGINEER (STARFALL) Want to design test systems at a speed never before seen in the industry? At SpaceX, we are designing systems to test avionics in a matter of weeks, not months or ...

E-Space

Avionics Test Engineer

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

We are looking for Test Engineers to support the full test lifecycle for satellite avionics hardware. You will design test interface boards (TIBs), embed design-for-test (DFT) practices into the ...

E-Space

Avionics Test Engineer

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

We are looking for Test Engineers to support the full test lifecycle for satellite avionics hardware. You will design test interface boards (TIBs), embed design-for-test (DFT) practices into the ...

Pow.bio

Senior Avionics Test Engineer

Torrance, CA · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Senior Avionics Test Engineer We are looking for a Senior Avionics Test Engineer to architect and execute the full suite of hardware test capabilities needed to move our avionics and control systems ...

SpaceX

Avionics Test Engineer (Starship)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

AVIONICS TEST ENGINEER (STARSHIP) The Components Test team develops the test and manufacturing processes for the most advanced spacecraft avionics in the world. Our engineers serve as hardware ...

Socket.dev

Avionics Test Engineer, Hardware

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

About the Role We're looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to join our growing avionics test team. In this role, you'll focus on hardware integration and testing, system-level and component-level test ...

SpaceX

Avionics Test Engineer (Starship)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

AVIONICS TEST ENGINEER (STARSHIP) The Components Test team develops the test and manufacturing processes for the most advanced spacecraft avionics in the world. Our engineers serve as hardware ...

Apex

Avionics Test Engineer, Hardware

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$110K - $165K/yr

About the Role We're looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to join our growing avionics test team. In this role, you'll focus on hardware integration and testing, system-level and component-level test ...

Doist

Avionics Test Engineer, Hardware

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

About the Role We're looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to join our growing avionics test team. In this role, you'll focus on hardware integration and testing, system-level and component-level test ...

Inversion

Senior Avionics Test Engineer

Vista, CA · On-site

$137K - $193K/yr

What You'll Do As a Senior Avionics Test Engineer at Inversion, you will report directly to the Manager, of Arc Vehicle Avionics . In this role, you will own the electrical validation, functional ...

Inversion

Senior Avionics Test Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$137K - $193K/yr

What You'll Do As a Senior Avionics Test Engineer at Inversion, you will report directly to the Manager, of Arc Vehicle Avionics . In this role, you will own the electrical validation, functional ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for avionics test engineer in California is $109,846.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,400.00 and $134,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Avionics Test Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical or aerospace engineering, combined with expertise in avionics systems testing and troubleshooting. Familiarity with industry-standard testing tools (such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and avionics simulation software), and certifications like DO-178C or FAA regulations, are often required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you collaborate efficiently with engineering teams. These skills and qualities are critical for ensuring that complex avionics systems are safe, reliable, and meet rigorous industry standards.

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An Avionics Test Engineer is responsible for evaluating and validating the performance of avionics systems, including communication, navigation, and flight control systems. They design and execute test plans, analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Their work helps improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of aircraft electronics.

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Infographic showing various Avionics Test Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,846 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Avionics Test Engineer (Starfall)

SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA • On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
AVIONICS TEST ENGINEER (STARFALL)
Want to design test systems at a speed never before seen in the industry? At SpaceX, we are designing systems to test avionics in a matter of weeks, not months or years! The Avionics Test group is the last line of defense testing and screening out all electronic hardware on our rockets and spacecraft. Hardware tested by the team includes but is not limited to: flight computers, power conversion units, analog and digital circuit boards, FPGAs, and communication system units. The team is critical in SpaceX's fundamental goal: allowing humanity to explore the stars. It is a huge undertaking and with it comes extreme responsibility to ensure the safety of the crew and payload.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop test solutions for in-house developed avionics hardware products that will fly to space
  • Write automation software in Python to interact with units under test, test equipment, instrumentation, and production documentation systems
  • Work closely with and consistently provide feedback to responsible design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and test lab teams to drive design or infrastructure improvements to increase product reliability and yield
  • Root-cause test failures to ensure issues are understood and develop and implement mitigations as part of a process of continuous improvement

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or physics
  • 1+ years of experience with hardware development or electronics test engineering via professional experience, internships, research and/or outside the classroom projects
  • 1+ years of python programming experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Experience with test equipment and measurement techniques to verify and validate product requirements
  • Understanding of electrical schematics and electronics manufacturing to analyze and improve test coverage
  • Understanding of metrology, sources of measurement error, and uncertainty analysis
  • Experience developing object oriented software
  • Experience analyzing circuits and developing functional test plans
  • Understanding and experience in environmental testing such as vibration, shock, thermal, burn-in, and TVAC

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Level I: $105,000.00 - $122,500.00/per year
Level II: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
    Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to

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