Avionics Senior Electrical Engineer

Cimarron Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cimarron Inc. seeks an Avionics Senior Electrical Engineer to support the Axiom Space Commercial Space Station program in Houston, TX. The role focuses on hardware and firmware for spaceflight modules.

The position requires extensive avionics experience, PCB design, and verification of space-grade electrical systems, with collaboration across mechanical and software teams.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizens or permanent residents only (background check required).
• 10+ years of relevant experience in avionics/electrical engineering for space systems.
• Experience designing, developing, testing, and verifying human spaceflight electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test electrical systems and components for the Axiom Space Station.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Perform integration and testing of electrical systems and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

10+ years exp

Spaceflight electrical design

Circuit simulation

PCB layout

EEE parts selection

Environmental qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering or related

Tools

Python

MATLAB

EMI/EMC

VHDL/FPGA Core Design

Job description

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Cimarron is seeking an Avionics Senior Electrical Engineer to support the Axiom Space Commercial Space Station program in Houston, TX. The selected candidate for this position will play a key role in the development of hardware and firmware for commercial human spaceflight modules.

Key Duties

• Design, develop, and test electrical systems and components for the Axiom Space Station.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and other technical documentation.
• Perform integration and testing of electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical system issues.
• Support design reviews of power and hardware systems as well as other spacecraft systems.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, including mechanical, software, and systems engineers.
• Perform project engineering functions across all Avionics projects.

Required/Desired Skills, Experience, And Education

Required Skills, Experience, and Education

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
• 10 or more years of experience.
• Experience designing, developing, testing, and verifying human spaceflight electrical systems and components.
• Proficiency in using simulation tools to analyze circuit performance.
• Understanding of PCB layout, manufacturing, EEE parts selection, and environmental qualifications.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another related technical discipline.

Desired Skills, Experience, And Education

• Experience with coding languages, specifically Python and MATLAB.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC design principles.
• Experience with VHDL/FPGA Core Design.
• Experience with analog, digital, or mixed signal multilayer PCB design.
• Ability to interface with mechanical and thermal subsystems.
• Experience with high-speed signals such as DDR, Ethernet, and USB.
• 15 or more years of related experience.

Business Profile

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.