Senior Hardware Engineer

SAIC • Vandenberg SFB, CA

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About The Position

SAIC seeks an experienced Senior Hardware Engineer to support modernization of space launch ranges, meet mission requirements, provide range capabilities, and support the Assured Access to Space (AATS) mission. The program focuses on system modernization and digital transformation to accelerate space launch cadence and enable the Spaceport of the future. The position is located in Santa Maria, California.

The engineer performs rack-level electrical and mechanical analysis, supports system integration and testing, and develops engineering drawings and technical solutions. The role also provides lab and site integration, testing, and maintenance support and works with engineers responsible for sustaining subsystems to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and five or more years of experience, a master’s degree and three or more years of experience, or a Ph.D. and zero years of related experience; experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience designing new products or modifying existing products, developing technical specifications for production, analyzing hardware configuration and processing solutions, and testing hardware conformance to specifications.
• Experience on projects involving updates to ground-based systems such as RF systems, communications systems, telemetry, and/or system virtualization.
• Must have a Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience modernizing systems in a Department of Defense environment.
• Experience with Digital Engineering tools and processes.
• Domain knowledge in one or more range subsystem areas: Positive Control, Telemetry, Radar, Optics, Weather, Surveillance, Communications (RF and IP based), Data Handling, Timing and Sequencing, or Situational Awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform rack-level electrical and mechanical analysis, including signal, power, and thermal analysis.
• Oversee installation and testing activities, including attending planning reviews, engineering checkouts, functional testing, and walkdowns to verify system integrity and interface functionality.
• Generate engineering drawings in accordance with ASME and IEEE standards, including rack assembly drawings, interconnect wiring diagrams, and custom cable assemblies.
• Support system integration, testing, development, and execution of complex communications systems.
• Develop technical solutions to complex problems using ingenuity and creativity.
• Provide laboratory and site integration, test, and maintenance support.
• Participate in system troubleshooting, resolve complex issues, and coordinate with engineers responsible for sustaining subsystems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior