Our client, an agile space company dedicated to US National Security is looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer. Key qualifications include, 8-12 years of relevant experience in electrical system design, analysis, integration, and test for spacecraft systems andunderstanding of space environmental considerations, including radiation, thermal constraints, and electromagnetic compatibility. A Bachelors degree in engineering is required. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.
location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
job type: Permanent
salary: $150,000 - 170,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end development of critical spacecraft electrical systems, including power, telemetry, and communications.
- Translate complex mission and customer needs into actionable functional specifications and technical requirements.
- Oversee the assembly and functional testing of subsystems to ensure they meet strict regulatory and technical standards.
- Proactively identify and resolve electrical and integration issues from the initial design phase through final testing.
- Provide mentorship to junior staff while managing essential engineering documentation like schematics and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
qualifications:
-Required Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field with 10 to 15 years of relevant experience in electrical system design, analysis,
integration, and test for spacecraft systems. A relevant Master's degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience.
-Proven track record of successfully leading electrical system design and power system design for spacecraft that operate in the orbital space environment Proficiency using electrical engineering tools such as Altium Designer, LTspice, and MATLAB Strong understanding of space environmental considerations, including radiation, thermal constraints, and electromagnetic compatibility.
-Must have the ability to qualify and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
-Experience with all phases of a spacecraft lifecycle: concept, design, analysis, assembly, integration, test, launch, and on-orbit operations.
-Hands-on experience building and testing electrical systems, harness, and cables to IPC standards
skills:
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
