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Payload Integration Engineer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Zone 5 Technologies

Chief Engineer

Fort Walton Beach, FL · On-site

$200K - $250K/yr

Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the ... payload integration * Oversee integration with aircraft systems including mechanical interfaces ...

DS2

Software Engineer - Defense R&D

Niceville, FL

$80K - $110K/yr

We are looking to add additional Software Developers, with various levels of experience to our ... Has experience related to unmanned systems, autonomous systems, sensor/payload integration or ...

DS2

Software Engineer - Defense R&D

Niceville, FL · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

We are looking to add additional Software Developers, with various levels of experience to our ... Has experience related to unmanned systems, autonomous systems, sensor/payload integration or ...

DS2

Software Engineer - Defense R&D

Niceville, FL · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

We are looking to add additional Software Developers, with various levels of experience to our ... Has experience related to unmanned systems, autonomous systems, sensor/payload integration or ...

ApplyMint

Senior Structural Analysis Engineer

Titusville, FL · On-site

$126.65 - $171.35/hr

... Engineer, Senior level, to join our Experimental Systems Group (ESG). ESG supports a variety of ... Work with multi‑discipline teams to support mechanical subsystem and payload integration product ...

XTEND

Embedded Software Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$124K - $163K/yr

The engineer will work closely with electrical, mechanical, software, and production teams to ... payload interfaces, and peripheral devices to ensure reliable system-level integration. Low-Level ...

Nokturnal AI

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UAS Pilot Engineer

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$132K - $198K/yr

... payload integration, and support systems. * Experience with gas-powered UAS engine setup, tuning ... Experience conducting engineering flight tests. * Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government ...

XTEND

Mechanical Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

Support design and integration of mechanical components including airframes, payload mounts, and ... Provide direct engineering support to manufacturing teams during assembly and integration. * Design ...

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What is a payload integration engineer?

Payload Integration Engineers are professionals responsible for ensuring that spacecraft payloads, such as satellites or scientific instruments, are properly designed, tested, and integrated with the launch vehicle. They coordinate between payload providers, launch vehicle teams, and mission planners to ensure compatibility and safe installation. Their work includes overseeing mechanical, electrical, and thermal interfaces, performing integration tests, and troubleshooting any issues that arise during the process. These engineers play a crucial role in successful space missions by ensuring payloads are delivered to orbit safely and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a payload integration engineer?

To thrive as a Payload Integration Engineer, you need a solid background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, experience with systems integration, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, simulation tools, and industry standards such as NASA or ESA requirements, as well as certifications like EIT or PE, are often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective collaboration and communication skills set top candidates apart. These competencies ensure that complex payloads are integrated safely and efficiently, meeting mission requirements and minimizing risks.

What are some common challenges payload integration engineers face when coordinating with multiple teams during a satellite launch campaign?

Payload Integration Engineers frequently collaborate with cross-functional teams, including spacecraft engineering, mission operations, and launch providers. A common challenge is ensuring all payload requirements are met while aligning schedules and technical specifications across these groups. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential to anticipate and resolve integration issues, manage last-minute changes, and ensure safety and mission objectives are upheld. Successfully overcoming these challenges not only ensures a smooth launch but also fosters valuable experience in multidisciplinary teamwork.
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Specialist, Integration and Test Engineer

L3HHCM20

Palm Bay, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 hours ago

Job description

Job Title: Specialist, Integration and Test Engineer

Job Code: 40773

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Specialist, Integration & Test Engineer to support the development, assembly, integration, verification, and test automation of space payloads, spacecraft subsystems, and full space vehicles. This is a hands-on, on-site role based in Palm Bay, Florida, supporting customer-funded programs within our Surveillance Systems division.

In this role, you will work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment and provide software technical leadership across the product lifecycle, from early program development and requirements analysis through test automation, integration, verification, and delivery. You will help define and execute test strategies, develop and deploy Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), generate test documentation, support major program reviews, and drive issue resolution during system integration and test activities.

The ideal candidate brings strong system integration and test (SI&T) experience in space, aerospace, defense, or similarly complex mission-critical environments, along with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and customer interfaces.

Essential Functions: 

  • Provide system-level integration and test engineering suport during verification activities, including functional, qualification, and production environmental testing of space hardware and systems
  • Support integration and test activities for spacecraft buses, communications payloads, mission payloads, and/or full space vehicles
  • Support the development and deployment of Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) to support integration, checkout, and test execution
  • Develop and maintain test documentation, including:
  • Support day-to-day execution of integration and test activities for payload and spacecraft systems
  • Perform EGSE and Unit Under Test (UUT) checkout, selloff, and troubleshooting across all phases of the system lifecycle
  • Analyze test data, identify anomalies, document issues, and drive root cause and corrective action with cross-functional engineering teams
  • Support system verification and validation activities from design through manufacturing, test, and delivery
  • Contribute to major program reviews, including SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, IRR, TRR, I&T, and final selloff
  • Interface with internal teams, subcontractors, and customers to ensure successful test readiness and execution
  • Travel as needed to support integration, test, and post-delivery activities
  • Support extended or weekend hours when required by program schedules

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and a minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience
  • 2+ years of experience of System Integration and Test (SI&T)
  • Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance
  • Ability to secure and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access as required

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience testing space-qualified, aerospace, or military hardware
  • Experience with system requirements analysis, testability, verification planning, and integration of hardware/software systems
  • Experience with DOORS or similar requirements management tools, including traceability and verification matrices
  • Experience designing and using test beds, simulators, and EGSE
  • Experience supporting programs through the full lifecycle, including concept development, proposals, design reviews, integration, test readiness, and delivery
  • Experience with RF test and measurement equipment, including:
  • Familiarity with satellite telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) systems and tools such as COSMOS or InControl, NI tools such as LabVIEW and/or TestStand
  • Familiarity with scripting or automation tools such as Python, Java, Perl, or similar
  • Familiarity with Jira, Bitbucket, and Confluence
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to thrive in a large-program, fast-paced environment

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