Space Instrument Electrical Architect – Data & Interfaces

Surrey Satellite Technology Limited; Guildford; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space technology firm located in Guildford seeks a dynamic Electrical Engineer to support the development of the TRUTHS instrument. The ideal candidate should have several years of experience in mixed signal, analogue, and digital hardware engineering, along with a good track record in managing project schedules and budgets. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative space-based projects with a focus on electronics systems integration.

Qualifications

• Several years of mixed signal, analogue and digital hardware engineering experience.
• Good track record with planning and meeting budgets / schedule.
• Experience in managing and working with sub-contractors.
• Experience in space based instrumentation highly desirable.
• Experience in managing complex electronics systems through full life cycle.
• Experience working to ESA ECSS standards highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support and perform electrical architecture activities on the TRUTHS instrument.
• Assist in the review of supplier data packs.
• Review and assist update of payload specification.
• Generate and maintain system block diagrams and electrical interfaces.
• Maintain ICDs, harness definitions, and power budgets.
• Co-ordinate the development of the instrument control unit known as the Payload Management Control System.

Skills

Mixed signal hardware engineering

Analog hardware engineering

Digital hardware engineering

Inter-personal communication

Project management

Creative problem solving

MS Office Skills

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering

Job description

A leading space technology firm located in Guildford seeks a dynamic Electrical Engineer to support the development of the TRUTHS instrument. The ideal candidate should have several years of experience in mixed signal, analogue, and digital hardware engineering, along with a good track record in managing project schedules and budgets. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative space-based projects with a focus on electronics systems integration.