SEAKR · 6 hours ago
Senior Space Electronics Systems Engineer
Centennial, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $180K/yr
10+ years expSEAKR Engineering is a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications, seeking an accomplished Space Electronics Systems Engineer. The role involves spearheading the design, development, testing, and qualification of mission-critical electronic subsystems for next-generation products.
AerospaceData ManagementHardwareManufacturingMechanical EngineeringSecuritySoftware Engineering
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
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
Evaluate and select commercial or radiation‑hardened components (COTS, rad‑hard) against mission specifications
Oversee prototype build, assembly, and production‑grade manufacturing
Design and execute system‑level test plans (electrical, functional, EMI/EMC, vibration, thermal). Analyze test data, generate reports, and drive verification efforts
Define and maintain electronic interface control documents (ICDs, EID). Coordinate with hardware, power, software, and mechanical teams to resolve cross‑disciplinary interface issues
Produce design specifications, test procedures, and operational manuals. Maintain a living knowledge base for future teams
Ability to understand mission, translate customer asks into technological solutions, and represent SEAKR in unit sell off and delivery
Mentor junior engineers, conduct design reviews, and foster cross‑functional teamwork
Qualification
Required
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
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
Benefits
Very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans
Generous 401(k) retirement plan
Year-end bonus
Variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA
Company
SEAKR
SEAKR, a wholly owned subsidiary of RTX, is a Leading-Edge Provider of Advanced Space Electronics Solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-09-14Acquired
Leadership Team
David Anderson
Vice President, Product Development and Chief Technology Officer
Chad Fisher, Ph.D.
Chief Operating Officer
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