Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Hardware Engineer

Job Description: Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Electrical Hardware Engineer will work closely within the program team to develop electronic motor control systems to support electromechanical control needs for deployable space systems.

Job Duties:

• Lead the design and development of high-reliability embedded systems for space applications, including requirements gathering, schematic design, PCB layout in Altium, firmware development in C, and comprehensive system testing.
• Create prototypes for R&D projects and future products.
• Use Altium to modify existing board designs to meet new customer requirements and improve form factor.
• Develop embedded software to interface with components using protocols such as SPI, RS422, CCSDS, and I2C, ensuring effective communication with devices like ADCs, DACs, FRAM, cameras, and motor controllers.
• Maintain and modify existing software, adding new features and implementing necessary changes to enhance functionality and address evolving requirements.
• Develop Python test scripts to automate hardware testing throughout the build process, including first test, functional verification, thermal cycling, and vibration testing.
• Collaborate with purchasing and contract manufacturers to ensure hardware is built and assembled, managing long lead item procurement, identifying component shortages, and sourcing alternatives to maintain production timelines.
• Analyze and debug non-functional units using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, identifying root causes of failures. Create detailed work instructions for repairs, including recommending component replacements and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain relationships with space hardware IC vendors, staying informed about new radiation-hardened components that could address issues in legacy designs and enhance system performance.
• Write comprehensive procedures and documentation for customers, engineers, and technicians, covering the use, testing, programming, and troubleshooting of MMA's hardware systems, enabling independent operation without design engineer assistance.

Skills and Requirements:

• B.S in electrical engineering, electronics systems design or related field with 5 years of experience; a master's or experience with electronics design for space applications may be substituted for 2 years of experience.
• Familiar with space-industry standards for electronics, design factors of safety, and product verification is desired
• Proficient with schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Capable of performing appropriate engineering analyses.
• Effective at communication including technical writing and oral presentations.
• Understanding of project management, including costs and schedules.
• Familiar with software development for embedded applications with microcontrollers in C.
• Key technical skills: Altium Designer, LTspice, Embedded C/C++, Python, Linux CLI, Lab equipment such as (Oscilloscope, Multimeter, Programable loads, PSU)
• Nice to have: Docker, GIT, SVN, PLM such as PDXpert, Agile PLM, ARAS, 3D printing
• Skill balance (70% hardware/30% Software)

MMA highly values:
Collaborative team players.
Creative and resourceful problem solvers.
Leadership.
Focus on excellence