Aetherflux is building the infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy. Our satellites operate in Low Earth Orbit to collect sunlight and enable a new class of capabilities—from transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), to powering on-orbit compute, to delivering secure, high-bandwidth optical data. By rethinking how energy and data are generated and distributed in space, we’re unlocking entirely new ways to operate both in orbit and on Earth.
Founded in 2024 by Baiju Bhatt (co-founder of Robinhood), Aetherflux is backed by leading investors and built by a team from top aerospace and defense organizations. We’re moving quickly to solve complex technical challenges and build a new category of space infrastructure.
The Role
We’re looking for an Integration & Test Engineer to own the end-to-end validation of our hardware systems. You will be responsible for bringing up, integrating, and testing complex electro-mechanical and avionics systems—ensuring they perform reliably in mission-critical environments.
This role is highly hands-on and cross-functional, working closely with hardware, avionics, and software teams to take systems from prototype through flight readiness.
Responsibilities
Own system-level integration and test of hardware and avionics systems
Design, build, and maintain test infrastructure (racks, fixtures, harnessing, and tooling)
Develop automated and manual test procedures for board- and system-level validation
Lead bring-up and debug of electrical systems, including root cause analysis and failure investigation
Execute environmental and functional testing (thermal, vibration, DVE, etc.)
Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, and software teams to validate performance
Drive improvements in test coverage, reliability, and scalability of test systems
Support flight qualification and launch readiness activities
Support launch campaign operations including payload integration checkouts, pre-flight verification, and real-time anomaly resolution.
Basic Qualifications
Experience with integration, test, or validation of hardware systems
Strong hands-on experience with test automation, instrumentation, and lab equipment
Experience building test setups: fixtures, harnessing, racks, and data acquisition systems
Background in avionics board-level testing and debugging (power, signal integrity, communications)
Familiarity with scripting (Python or similar) for test automation
Experience with RF, sensors, LiDAR, or avionics systems is a plus
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and interface control documents
Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with high ownership
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting complex hardware or engineering programs
Background in high-growth or deeply technical organizations
Experience managing high-value spend portfolios or vendor-owned inventory agreements
Familiarity with automation tools or process optimization within procurement workflows
Prior experience in aerospace, space, or other frontier technology industries
Background in environmental testing methods including thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, and EMI/EMC.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation and leveling will be determined based on experience and scope of role
Equity in Aetherflux
Employees and their eligible dependents may enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off
10 paid holidays per calendar year
Paid leave for new parents
Relocation assistance
Daily lunch in the office and a fully stocked kitchen with beverages and snacks
Disclaimer
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Aetherflux’s discretion.
Export Control Requirement: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Aetherflux is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. Aetherflux is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions relating to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.
What We Do
Aetherflux's mission is to deliver energy to planet Earth. Our work will make energy more accessible, establish American energy independence, power underdeveloped and disaster-stricken areas, and protect American warfighters. Aetherflux is building a modern approach to space-based solar power. Our constellation of satellites will collect sunlight in Low Earth Orbit, convert it to electricity, and transmit power through infrared lasers to ground stations, providing reliable energy access where traditional delivery is expensive, challenging, or dangerous. Current energy systems rely on complex logistics and outdated infrastructure, making them vulnerable to natural disasters, extreme weather, and physical and cyber attacks. Aetherflux overcomes these challenges by enabling direct, on-demand, secure, and scalable 24-hour energy distribution from space. This can revolutionize energy generation and delivery, and enable new capabilities as we deliver power to remote regions, military bases, bespoke operations, and unmanned autonomous systems. Baiju Bhatt, who also co-founded Robinhood, founded Aetherflux in 2024. Inspired by his father’s career at NASA, Baiju earned his B.S. in Physics and M.S. in Mathematics at Stanford before starting Robinhood, now a public company that has helped over 20 million Americans access the financial system. Aetherflux is currently self-funded through a $10 million investment from Baiju. This is an ambitious mission that demands extraordinary talent. Aetherflux’s team has worked at places like Robinhood, SpaceX, NASA, Anduril, and the U.S. Navy, and is based in San Carlos, California. If you're ready to solve complex technical challenges and help build the most important energy company in the world, we want to hear from you.
