Principal Electrical Engineer - Avionics Systems

Argotec; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive pay

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with 100% match up to 8%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Argotec in Melbourne, Florida is seeking a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer to lead avionics system design for micro-satellites. You will coordinate global design teams, review hardware, and drive testing and validation with autonomy in a collaborative environment.

The role requires a BS in engineering, 14+ years in space systems, and U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. Strong communication and multi-disciplinary coordination are essential.

Qualifications

• BS in Science/Engineering or related STEM field.
• 14+ years of professional experience in the role (education may substitute).
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required.
• Excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and review design, development, and testing for space avionics systems including micro-satellites.
• Review electrical schematics, layout, and manufacturing specs.
• Define board-level hardware architectures and EEE parts selection.
• Define and execute avionics testing and subsystem specifications.
• Perform preliminary subsystem validation via analysis and simulations.
• Support other functional areas within Argotec.

Skills

Space systems design

OBC/PCDU experience

Analog & power electronics

FPGA design

EMC/EMI awareness

Problem solving

Team player

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related STEM

Tools

Altium Designer

PCB layout design

Laboratory instrumentation

Embedded MCUs/Processors

Job description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Principal Electrical Engineer - Avionics System you will report to the Head of Engineering and will support Argotec’s global Electronic Design teams. Support includes coordinating and reviewing design, development, and testing activities for all our space applications and specifically for avionics systems for micro-satellites.

In this position, you will work with autonomy and in a highly collaborative team environment. Besides the US team, you will also have the support of an experienced multi-functional team from Argotec’s headquarters in Italy.

Specific duties include (but are not limited to):

• Proposal support for Avionics and Electrical systems.
• Assessing system performance, design trades, and evaluating system effectiveness.
• Review of electrical schematics, layout, and manufacturing specifications.
• Definition of board-level hardware architectures and EEE parts selection.
• Definition and execution of Avionics testing.
• Development and management of subsystem specifications.
• Preliminary subsystem/component validation through analysis and simulations.
• Support to other company’s functional areas.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Science, Engineering or other related STEM discipline.
• 14 or more years of professional experience in the role (relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of education).
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Excellent written and oral communication.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Team player and a "do what it takes" attitude
• Extensive experience in developing space systems, including the design and integration of key components such as On-Board Computers (OBCs) and PCDUs.
• Deep knowledge of analog, digital, and power electronics.
• Familiarity in FPGA design, including architecture definition, programming, and validation to support mission-critical applications.
• Strong focus on designing for EMC/EMI.
• Great problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Background in Space or Defense sector will be considered as a plus.
• Very good knowledge of the space standards (CCSDS, ECSS, MIL etc.).
• Extensive knowledge of laboratory instruments.
• Ability to establish and track Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
• Proficiency in Altium Designer.
• Knowledge of RF electronic devices.
• Expertise in complex PCB layout design.
• Experience in programming embedded micro-controllers/processors.
• Experience in scheduling and coordinating activities for avionics projects.
• Capable of working independently and in a team environment.
• Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Must possess multi-tasking skills and excellent organizational abilities.
• Impeccable attention to detail and a sense of urgency.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

ARGOTEC OFFERS

• Annual incentive pay is based upon performance and commensurate with the level of the position.
• Generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 100% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, this announcement is aimed at both sexes, under laws 903/77 and 125/91, and to people of all ages and all nationalities, under legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03. Argotec is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.