Katalyst Space Technologies · 1 day ago
Senior Spacecraft Power Electronics Engineer
Broomfield, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $180K/yr
7+ years expKatalyst Space Technologies builds robotic spacecraft that enable dynamic space operations, creating a future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. The Senior Spacecraft Power Electronics Engineer will own the iteration of spacecraft power system design, lead operation during qualification testing, and mentor junior engineers.
AerospaceIndustrialSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Kelly Tobin
Responsibilities
Own iteration of Katalyst’s spacecraft power system design, including schematics, board layouts, and interface definitions, to improve performance and complete feature upgrades
Lead operation of power system hardware during qualification testing, working directly with test engineers to execute thermal vacuum and vibration qualification test campaigns
Own integrated functional testing of power systems hardware with other spacecraft subsystems
Plan and execute targeted stress and performance testing, exercising hardware to design extremes through targeted performance testing
Define and plan design changes for feature or architecture improvement of the spacecraft power system with respect to future mission requirements
Mentor junior engineers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or equivalent field
7+ years' experience with spacecraft or high-reliability power electronics
Prior ownership of a spacecraft power system or major power subsystem
Experience defining power system architecture, not just implementing designs
Extensive experience with hardware bring-up, failure analysis, and corrective action
Direct experience leading qualification and acceptance testing (TVAC, vibration, etc.)
Proven track record identifying and mitigating technical and integration risks
Experience leading cross-functional integration with avionics and other spacecraft subsystems
Experience setting design rules, test strategies, and review criteria
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan
Relocation bonus
Other discretionary bonuses
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Company
Katalyst Space Technologies
Katalyst Space Technologies revolutionizes satellite operations, space logistics, hardware, and mission design.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.88M2024-05-07Seed· $0.88M
Leadership Team
Ghonhee Lee
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Mark A. Reed
Chief Operating Officer
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