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Southwest Research Institute LEAD ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - Spacecraft Avionics Engineer in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Who We Are: We are a world-renowned supplier in advanced spacecraft avionics and payload processing solutions. Our state-of-the-art research and development center provides complete turn-key systems and solutions to meet the most demanding space applications. This position has the option of being a fully remote in the following states: AL, AZ, AR, Dis. of Columbia, FL, GA, MA, MD, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, OR, TX, UT, VA, WV only. Alternate work location is San Antonio, Tx. Objectives of this Role: * Responsible for design, analysis, documentation, verification, and test of spaceflight electronics hardware for command and control, data storage, signal processing, power generation and distribution, and communications; * Work on the full lifecycle design for related spaceflight electronics in high reliability systems for space applications; define requirements, write specifications, perform analysis and implement designs from concept to hardware; lead and work with team of engineers. * Interface with customers, and compile and present data to justify design. * Work with team of engineers across the technical spectrum. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: * Develop hardware solutions for various spacecraft systems. * Support simulation, analysis, and test of hardware to verify technical performance. * Provide input to software and FPGA designs. * Leading and supporting proposals for space electronics. * Complete documentation efforts associated with hardware designs, including specifications, user manuals, and test plans. * Identifying and leading internal research and development efforts. * Mentoring lower level hardware developers and identifying training opportunities for entry level staff to help and guide in career growth. Requirements: * Requires a Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering. * 5 years: Leading development of hardware for high reliability applications. * 5 years: Leading team of engineers through electrical hardware projects meeting cost, technical and schedule constraints. * A valid/clear driver's license is required. Special Requirements: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas Or Remote For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here. For benefits information at all other locations, click here. An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disabled/Veteran Committed to Diversity in the Workplace