Space-Grade PCB Designer: Rigid-Flex & High-Speed

Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory; North Logan (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) invites applications for a Printed Circuit Board Designer. You will collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to create class 3 space-grade PCB designs, from concept through fabrication and assembly, including rigid, rigid-flex and flex boards.

The role requires an associates degree or electronics experience, strong knowledge of components, and the ability to work independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Associates degree, certificate, or applicable electronics experience required.
• Strong working knowledge of electronic components and their basic functions.
• Must work well independently with minimal supervision and in a team.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or other U.S. person.

Responsibilities

• Works with electrical engineers in the design of class 3 space leading-edge technology printed circuit board designs.
• Designs rigid, rigid-flex, and flex circuit boards, from high-speed digital, high power, to sensitive analog and RF boards.
• Works with mechanical engineers ensuring board size, keep outs, and overall mechanical fit.
• Works in all phases of hardware development including PCB design, board fabrication and assembly.
• Works with the librarian to review footprints and 3D models to ensure correct part fitment.
• Works with PCB design senior technologist on stack ups, power integrity, and signal integrity.
• Works with PCB manufacturers on DFM.
• Assists with PWA drawings.

Skills

Electronic components

Independent worker

Communication skills

Education

Associates degree

Electronics certificate

Tools

Xpedition Layout

Job description

Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) invites applications for a Printed Circuit Board Designer. You will collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to create class 3 space-grade PCB designs, from concept through fabrication and assembly, including rigid, rigid-flex and flex boards.

The role requires an associates degree or electronics experience, strong knowledge of components, and the ability to work independently and in a team.