LEAD ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - Spacecraft Avionics Engineer

Southwest Research Institute; Michigan; Remote; USD 95,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering organization dedicated to advancing space technology as a Lead Engineer. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge spacecraft avionics and hardware solutions, ensuring high reliability for critical space applications. You will lead a talented team of engineers, driving projects from concept to completion while interfacing with customers and presenting data to justify designs. With the flexibility of remote work options, this position allows you to contribute to groundbreaking projects while enjoying a collaborative and innovative work environment. If you are passionate about space technology and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in hardware development for high reliability applications.
• Experience leading a team through electrical hardware projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze spaceflight electronics hardware for various systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead internal R&D efforts.

Skills

Hardware Design

Signal Processing

Power Generation and Distribution

Analog Control

Team Leadership

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Simulation Software

Document Management Tools

Job description

LEAD ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - Spacecraft Avionics Engineer

05-00236

Who We Are:

We are a world-renowned supplier in advanced spacecraft avionics and payload processing solutions. Our state-of-the-art research and development center provides complete turn-key systems and solutions to meet the most demanding space applications. This position has the option of being fully remote in the following states: AL, AZ, AR, CO, Dis. of Columbia, FL, GA, MA, MD, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, OR, TX, UT, VA, WV only. Alternate work location is San Antonio, TX.

Objectives of this Role:

• Responsible for design, analysis, documentation, verification, and test of spaceflight electronics hardware for signal processing, power generation and distribution, analog control, and communications.
• Work on the full lifecycle design for related spaceflight electronics in high reliability systems for space applications; define requirements, write specifications, perform analysis and implement designs from concept to hardware; lead and work with a team of engineers.
• Interface with customers, and compile and present data to justify design.
• Work with a team of engineers across the technical spectrum.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Develop hardware solutions for various spacecraft systems.
• Support simulation, analysis, and test of hardware to verify technical performance.
• Provide input to analog and power supply designs.
• Lead and support proposals for spacecraft and avionics electronics.
• Complete documentation efforts associated with hardware designs, including specifications, user manuals, and test plans.
• Identify and lead internal research and development efforts.
• Mentor lower-level hardware developers and identify training opportunities for entry-level staff to help guide them in career growth.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• 5 years leading development of hardware for high reliability applications.
• 5 years leading a team of engineers through electrical hardware projects meeting cost, technical, and schedule constraints.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.
• Salary Range: $95,930 - $179,109

Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations:

San Antonio, Texas or Remote

An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disabled/Veteran
Committed to Diversity in the Workplace