Senior Space Electronics Systems Engineer

Job Description

Company Description
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Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. Pushing the boundaries of technology on a mission to change the world for the better from space.

**Work Environment \& Culture**

* **Hybrid Flexibility:** 3 days onsite at our research facility; 2 days remote dependent on program cycle.
* **Mission-Driven Projects:** Directly influence the success of space missions that expand scientific discovery and commercial capabilities.
* **Collaborative Culture:** Interdisciplinary teams, frequent design reviews, and a culture of continuous improvement.
* **Professional Growth:** Dedicated budget for space-industry conferences (AIAA, ESA, SPIE), training, and certification programs.

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**Position Overview**

SEAKR is seeking an accomplished Space Electronics Systems Engineer to spearhead the design, development, testing, and qualification of mission-critical electronic subsystems for our next-generation products. You will collaborate with hardware, firmware, mechanical, power, and software teams to deliver highly reliable, radiation-tolerant electronics that meet stringent requirements.

**Core Responsibilities**

* **Subsystem Architecture \& Design** -- Define and validate the architecture for avionics, payload electronics, power-distribution units, and environmental control systems. Produce derived specifications, system-level block diagrams and test plans.
* **Component Selection \& Qualification** -- Evaluate and select commercial or radiation-hardened components (COTS, rad-hard) against mission specifications.
* **Hardware Development \& Production** -- Oversee prototype build, assembly, and production-grade manufacturing.
* **Test \& Validation** -- Design and execute system-level test plans (electrical, functional, EMI/EMC, vibration, thermal). Analyze test data, generate reports, and drive verification efforts.
* **Systems Integration \& Interface Management** -- Define and maintain electronic interface control documents (ICDs, EID). Coordinate with hardware, power, software, and mechanical teams to resolve cross-disciplinary interface issues.
* **Documentation \& Knowledge Management**-- Produce design specifications, test procedures, and operational manuals. Maintain a living knowledge base for future teams.
* **Communication Skills --**Ability to understand mission, translate customer asks into technological solutions, and represent SEAKR in unit sell off and delivery
* **Team Leadership \& Collaboration** -- Mentor junior engineers, conduct design reviews, and foster cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications
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**Required Qualifications**

* **Education** --Bachelor's (or Master's) in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
* **Experience**-- 10 years of systems engineering experience in the space industry, or 4 years in a senior/lead role.
* **Technical Expertise**-- Deep knowledge of digital and analog electronics design (mixed-signal, high-speed). Proficiency with Requirements Management Environment (RME) tools. Experience with radiation testing (TID, SEE) and mitigation techniques. Skilled in firmware/software integration for embedded microcontrollers/FPGA.
* **Testing \& Validation**-- Proven track record designing and executing electrical, EMI/EMC, thermal vacuum, vibration, and functional test plans. Ability to interpret and apply test data to design improvement.
* **Soft Skills**-- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities. Team leadership and mentorship.

**Preferred Skills**

* Experience with RF processing system architecture and design including testing.
* Experience with space-qualified microprocessors or FPGA families.
* Knowledge of system power calculations throughout a design cycle for space.
* Prior work with space-qualifying standards: NASA SP-3008, ECSS-E-ST-20C, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, etc.

Additional Information
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Compensation: Base salary range is $130,000- $180,000, depending on qualifications. SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA.

SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

US Citizenship Required

Applications will be accepted until 7/31/26.