Paras Mehta

Work History

Terran Orbital

Irvine, California

01.2024 - Current

Developed test software for next generation test platform (B&A / NI Test Racks)
Integration of NI hardware (PXI, DAQ, DMM, instrumentation)
Drive DevOps adoption with GitLab CI/CD, automated testing, and deployment processes.
Architect scalable software solutions for real-time test and validation of embedded systems
Develop robust, maintainable, and well-documented code following modern software engineering principles
Automated Environmental/Acceptance Testing of all satellite subsystems (GNC, EPS, CDH, Propulsion) and module components.
Professional experience developing LabVIEW applications (not just coursework or exposure)
Solid understanding of instrumentation, test systems, and data acquisition
Strong debugging, integration, and troubleshooting skills in a hardware-in-the-loop environment
Familiarity with Git, issue tracking, and structured software development processes
5+ years of professional LabVIEW development experience
Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) or higher
Experience with NI TestStand
Experience with EGSE or test automation in aerospace or defense
Experience with CI/CD tools, containers, or virtual machines
Knowledge of NASA or MIL-STD environmental test protocols

Terran Orbital

Irvine, California

09.2021 - 12.2023

Designed and deployed Test Software for EPS, GNC, CDH and Propulsion to meet the need for Automated Test Systems.
Rapid LabVIEW/TestStand test system development.
Conducted daily individual and group code reviews to ensure the quality and functionality of automated tests, identifying and resolving issues
Analyzed and enhanced performance testing strategies
Experience designing VPC interconnects.
Created software verification matrices to show system test requirements coverage, effectively communicating coverage on new test systems as part of IPT teams.
Conducted feasibility studies and provided recommendations on the implementation of automation technologies to support high-volume production
Developed and executed test plans to validate the functionality and performance of satellite hardware, ensuring timely delivery.
Documented design specifications, test procedures, code documentation, and user manuals

Terran Orbital

Irvine, California

06.2021 - 09.2021

Utilized JIRA REST 6.2 API and JQL queries to develop a custom front-end and back-end automated inventory software for use with JIRA.
Competency with a variety of testing equipment, including power supplies, DC loads, DAQs, test harnesses
Competency with a variety of hand tools, including torque wrenches, crimping tools, epoxy applicators, tap & die sets, deburring tools, rotary tools, drill press, bandsaw,