Senior Space Electronics Systems Engineer

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.

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.

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.

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.

US Citizenship Required

Applications will be accepted until 11/20/26.