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CesiumAstro lists this Staff Electrical Engineer I - CDH opportunity in westminster, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Please Note:To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
AtCesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add aStaff Electrical Engineer our Internal Missions team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing electrical systems for leading-edge communications satellites, we would like to hear from you.
In this position, you willbe responsible forspacecraft electronics and hardware through all stages of the development process for space systems. Your responsibilities will includeserial communications and Ethernet networking,EMI mitigation, wiring, and electrical and data interfaces between all spacecraft subsystems. The ideal candidate will be an electrical systems generalist motivated to deliver every aspect of the spacecraft electrical design, including test andproduction.
As aSatelliteteam member, you will work on a small team to develop satellites and put them in orbit. You willbe responsible forelectrical concepts, roadmaps, architecture trade studies, block diagrams, electrical hardware design, manufacturing, test, qualification, and in-orbit support. You will provide creative solutions to complex problems to push the boundaries of spacecraft design.
Your work will have a direct impact on the success of the company. You will work closely with the engineering team, program management to ensure the successful build and launch of our satellite.Element will be the largest, most powerful rideshare satellite in LEO.We’relaunching eight of them in the next four years, starting with our first launch this year.Together,our small team willdesign, build, and iterate to reduce mass and cost whileincreasing performance, reliability, and manufacturability of a new generation of satellites.Let’sbuild!
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct technical definition, implementation, and verification of satellite avionics systems
Interface between the technical team and systems engineering
Define andmaintainsubsystem architecture and interfaces
Conduct make/buy trades
Architect and design in-house solutions
Make effective decisions given limited input and analysis while driving the team to produce and iterate hardware
Prepare and deliver technical communications to company leadership and executives
Deliver reliable, performant space avionics system for spaceflight missions
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering from an accredited university
Minimum of 8 years of industry experience inspacecraftelectrical system design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and troubleshooting. A Master's degree may count as two years of experience
Strong understanding of electronics and electrical engineering fundamentals
Understanding of the subsystems required in a spacecraft electrical system including processors, digital I/O, timing signals, power rails, and grounding
Experience with successful rapid prototype, iteration, and flight delivery cycles
Proficiencyin electrical system design and analysis, including electrical ICD definition, requirement derivation, digital I/O standards, power interfaces, connectors, and cabling
Hands-on experience with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, electronic loads, and signal generators to debug, test, andvalidatehigh-reliability electronics
Experience with satellite electrical system concepts such asdata and memory budgets, telemetry, flight software controls, and electronics thermal management
Deep understanding of space electronics supply chain, production issues, test processes, and flight operations
Familiarity with embedded systems and bare-metal microprocessor programming
Familiarity with control systems and PMSM/BLDC motor control algorithms
Experience with multiple distinct spacecraft electrical architectures that drives your vision for the next generation of spacecraft
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Python, C++, MATLAB, or other programming languages
Experience evaluating and testing hardware for effects due to TID, SEE, EMI, and relevant phenomena
Familiarity with environmental testing including thermal, shock, vibration, and TVAC
Familiarity with ADS SI/PI or similar Signal Integrity / Power Integrity analysis tools
$158,000 - $189,000 a year
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
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Worksite address
westminster, CO, 80031, US
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