Software Quality Assurance Engineer

About Astro DigitalAstro Digital designs, builds, and operates a diverse range of small satellite systems supporting space-based turnkey missions for several business applications, including earth observation, communications, in-orbit demonstrations, risk reduction, science, and exploration. Astro Digital is headquartered in Littleton, Colorado with roughly 85 employees and infrastructure around the globe.Position SummaryWe are seeking a mid-level Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Engineer to support the verification, validation, and deployment of flight software on engineering and flight hardware platforms.In this role, you will be responsible for the loading, configuration, and validation of flight software, as well as help with the development and execution of functional, regression, and acceptance tests. You will work closely with software, systems, and Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T) teams to ensure flight software meets mission requirements and performs reliably in integrated environments.This position requires strong attention to detail, disciplined test execution, and the ability to operate effectively within a highly integrated aerospace development lifecycle. This is a hands-on role and requires frequent on-site availability, either at our Littleton, CO or San Jose, CA facility. A hybrid work location is possible for the right candidate.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesLoad and configure flight software builds on engineering units, flight hardware, and integration testbedsConfigure and verify software parameters on flight hardware to support system bring-up, testing, and mission readinessDevelop, document, and execute functional, regression, and acceptance tests for flight softwarePerform end-to-end validation of flight software behavior on integrated hardware systemsCollaborate closely with software, systems, and AI&T teams during system integration, test campaigns, and pre-flight activitiesMaintain configuration control and traceability of software versions and test artifactsIdentify, document, and track software defects and anomalies, supporting root-cause analysisVerify compliance of flight software with requirements, interfaces, and mission constraintsGenerate clear test reports and communicate software readiness, quality status, and risksMinimum Qualifications5-7 years of experience in software quality assurance, test engineering, or embedded systems testingHands-on experience with flight software or embedded software deployed on hardware platformsExperience developing and executing functional, regression, and acceptance testsProficiency with Git for version control and collaborationProgramming/scripting experience in PythonStrong debugging skills across software-hardware interfacesFamiliarity with test documentation, defect tracking, and software lifecycle processesAbility to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment with software, systems, and AI&T teamsExperience in automated test development or CI/CD validation pipelinesPreferred QualificationsExperience with spacecraft systems, avionics, or aerospace flight softwareExperience supporting systems engineering and AI&T activitiesExperience with C/C++Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing or simulation environmentsExperience with embedded Linux or RTOS-based systemsKnowledge of communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, CAN)Pay TransparencyAstro Digital employees are provided with a comprehensive benefits package that includes company stock options, healthcare, 401k retirement plan, and PTO. The range of possible compensation for this role is $110k-$150k annually, depending on candidate experience, alignment, and location.Physical DemandsThis position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 20 Lbs. Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching may be required.Export StatementThis position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 22 CFR §120.15 and 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) is required.