Staff Electrical Engineer – Satellite C&DH Subsystem Verified today

About the Role

CesiumAstro is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to lead Command and Data Handling (C&DH) subsystem development for the Element Satellite team. You will design and deliver the C&DH subsystem for cutting-edge communication satellites, owning the subsystem block diagram, electrical analysis, make-buy trades, vendor interactions, Design Verification Testing, hardware delivery, and on-orbit support.

You will work on a small satellite team, collaborating with satellite architects, component development engineers, software, mechanical, and AI&T teams to create long-term roadmaps and push the boundaries of spacecraft design.

Responsibilities

• Direct 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
• Interface C&DH with satellite systems, mechanical, software, and AI&T teams
• Collaborate on in-house solutions to advance satellite performance and manufacturability at scale
• Make effective decisions with limited input while driving hardware production and iteration
• Design and execute box-level and subsystem-level test plans for design verification, qualification, and acceptance testing
• Prepare and deliver technical communications to company leadership
• Deliver reliable, performant space avionics systems for spaceflight missions

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering from an accredited university
• Minimum 8 years of industry experience in spacecraft electrical system design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and troubleshooting (Master's degree may count as two years of experience)
• Strong understanding of electronics and electrical engineering fundamentals
• Understanding of spacecraft electrical subsystems including processors, digital I/O, timing signals, power rails, and grounding
• Experience with rapid prototype, iteration, and flight delivery cycles
• Proficiency in electrical system design and analysis including electrical Interface Control Document (ICD) definition, requirement derivation, digital I/O standards, power interfaces, connectors, and cabling
• Hands-on experience with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, electronic loads, and signal generators
• Experience with satellite electrical system concepts including data and memory budgets, telemetry, flight software controls, and electronics thermal management
• Understanding of space electronics supply chain, production issues, test processes, and flight operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience with multiple distinct spacecraft electrical architectures
• Programming in Python, C++, MATLAB, or other languages
• Experience evaluating and testing hardware for TID, SEE, EMI, and related phenomena
• Familiarity with environmental testing including thermal, shock, vibration, and TVAC

Employment and Compensation

Full-time position. CesiumAstro offers company stock options and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability, and retirement plans.

Requirements

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, or refugee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State to comply with United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations.