Job Description

Summary

The engineer will perform engineering design and testing work in the subfield of instrumentation for space and planetary sciences with an emphasis on space instrument high voltage electrical design. The engineer will be responsible for implementation of hardware subsystems in support of primary research and instrument development. This includes assisting with new instrument development and instrument testing using specialized equipment and high voltage procedures. These duties are performed under minimal supervision and direction from experienced engineers however high voltage subject matter expert mentorship will be provided.

Responsibilities*

High voltage electrical design, instrument layout, and interface design
Instrument testing, including use of specialized equipment, and qualification
Support of proposal development especially in space systems
Design for sensors and equipment that operates in extreme environments of temperature, vacuum, radiation, and must survive the harsh vibration and shock of the spacecraft launch environment
Required Qualifications*

BS in electrical engineering or relevant areas
Familiarity with spacecraft and instrument electrical design
Familiarity with the space environment including laboratory environmental testing & qualification
Work as part of a team of faculty, research scientists, engineers, and technicians
Funding source requires US citizenship or permanent residency to work with export-controlled material

Desired Qualifications*

MS or other advanced degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics
5 years electrical engineering experience
Experience in industry or student projects designing systems and equipment for application in space environments, especially with consideration to space environment high voltage design
Experience in industry or student projects with space system hardware
Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at the intermediate level depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. A higher salary may be considered for an exceptionally qualified candidate.