Avionics Manager, Spacecraft Verified today

Katalyst Space · Broomfield, CO · Electronics · first seen 2026-07-16

What You'll Do

  • Lead the avionics organization responsible for spacecraft electronics, embedded software, communications, power systems, sensors, harnessing, and fault management.
  • Own avionics architecture across multiple spacecraft programs from concept through flight operations.
  • Oversee power electronics design, development, testing, and integration to ensure system performance, reliability, and compliance with technical requirements.
  • Drive hardware and software development efforts, ensuring designs meet performance, reliability, schedule, and cost requirements.
  • Establish avionics engineering processes, standards, and design reviews.
  • Partner closely with Systems, GNC, Robotics, Flight Software, and Mission Operations teams.
  • Lead avionics integration, environmental testing, and flight qualification campaigns.
  • Develop technical roadmaps for future avionics capabilities supporting robotic servicing missions.
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing avionics team.
  • Support customer engagements, technical reviews, and proposal efforts.

What We're Looking For

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
  • 8+ years developing complex embedded systems for aerospace, defense, robotics, autonomous systems, or related industries.
  • 3+ years leading technical teams or engineering organizations.
  • Experience developing flight computers, embedded electronics, communications systems, or spacecraft avionics.
  • Experience with integration, verification, and qualification testing of hardware/software systems.