Senior Electrical Engineer – Satellite C&DH Subsystem - $10K Sign On Bonus

CesiumAstro•Austin, TX

About The Position

CesiumAstro is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to execute Command and Data Handling (C&DH) subsystem development for its Element Satellite team. The engineer will design and deliver the C&DH subsystem for advanced communication satellites, owning its block diagram in alignment with electrical architects, subsystem-level analysis, make-buy and trade studies, vendor interactions, design verification testing, hardware delivery, and on-orbit support. The role works within a small satellite-development team and serves as a key point of contact for satellite software, mechanical, and assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) teams. The engineer will help develop satellites and put them in orbit, finding creative solutions to complex spacecraft design challenges. The position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus. Applicants must meet applicable U.S. space technology export-control eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering from an accredited university.
At least 5 years of industry experience in spacecraft electrical system design, analysis, manufacturing, testing, and troubleshooting; a master's degree may count as two years of experience.
Strong understanding of electronics and electrical engineering fundamentals.
Experience with spacecraft electrical subsystems and elements including processors, digital I/O, timing signals, power rails, and grounding.
Experience with electrical system design and analysis, including electrical ICD definition, requirement derivation, digital I/O standards, power interfaces, connectors, and cabling.
Hands-on experience using laboratory instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, electronic loads, and signal generators to debug, test, and validate high-reliability electronics.
Experience with satellite electrical system concepts such as data and memory budgets, telemetry, flight software controls, and electronics thermal management.
Exposure to the space electronics supply chain, production issues, test processes, and flight operations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, or refugee as defined by applicable law, or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Python, C++, MATLAB, or other programming languages.
Experience with successful rapid-prototype, iteration, and flight-delivery cycles.
Experience evaluating and testing hardware for effects due to TID, SEE, EMI, and relevant phenomena.
Familiarity with environmental testing, including thermal, shock, vibration, and TVAC.

Responsibilities

Perform technical definition, implementation, and verification of satellite avionics systems.
Define and maintain C&DH subsystem architecture and interfaces.
Conduct make/buy trades and trade studies for items selected for purchase.
Represent C&DH and interface with satellite systems, mechanical, software, and AI&T teams.
Collaborate on in-house solutions to improve satellite performance and manufacturability at scale.
Make effective decisions with limited input and analysis while driving the team to produce and iterate hardware.
Design and execute box-level and subsystem-level test plans for design verification, qualification, and/or acceptance testing.
Prepare and deliver technical communications to company leadership and executives.
Deliver reliable, performant space avionics systems for spaceflight missions.
Own subsystem-level analysis, technical vendor interactions, hardware delivery, and on-orbit support.