Electrical Engineer II, Avionics

United States·Alamedamid

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Overview

Astra’s mission is to improve life on Earth from space by creating a healthier and more connected planet. Today, Astra offers one of the lowest cost-per-launch dedicated orbital launch services, and one of the industry’s leading flight-proven electric propulsion systems for satellites, the Astra…

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Requirements

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Draft new and modify existing schematics
Perform simplistic layouts for lab test PCBs
Validate bills-of-material reports for contract manufacturers

Draft and execute test plans for hardware performance validation
Author and execute test utilities for targeted hardware testing
Capture screenshots of measurements
Log and record generated data
Simulate circuits for conceptual feasibility
Perform measurements using all types of test equipment including DVMs, oscilloscopes, function generators, spectrum analyzers and logic analyzers

Evaluate problems and devise methods for investigation
Perform targeted updates to test solutions
Document root cause and proper mitigation methods with justifications

2+ years of hands-on electrical engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing
Strong electrical and electromechanical troubleshooting skills
Analog and digital circuit design
Ability to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and test procedures
Familiarity with test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies and data acquisition systems
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Aerospace production or spacecraft hardware experience
Experience using Altium Designer for schematic capture and layout
Usage of LTSpice for simulations
MATLAB programming experience
Python, C and C++ programming experience
Working knowledge of I²C, SPI, Ethernet and UART interfaces
Linux command line familiarity
EMC/EMI mitigation methods
STM32 and Xilinx Zynq experience

What We Offer

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We're competitive in compensation and offer equity as part of the package. We have great benefits that include health, vision, dental, and 401K in comparison to other startups. We provide lunch and there's plenty of snacks and drinks to get you through the day.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

ITAR Requirements: This position requires compliance with U.S. Government space technology trade restrictions, specifically the International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and additional regulations governing satellite, launch vehicle, missile, and other related technologies. All jobs restricted by these regulations will be contingent upon the applicant’s status as a documented U.S. Person or their ability to receive a trade license from the cognizant government agency; in addition to any required company background checks and in compliance with applicable U.S. and California laws. Similarly, positions requiring the ability to work on government contracts or a security clearance are also contingent upon the applicants ability to receive the appropriate clearance and be allowed to work on U.S. government contracts.

© Astra Space Operations, LLC. All rights reserved, Astra is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We encourage people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply.

San Francisco Applicants: Astra will consider applicants with arrest and conviction records (criminal histories) in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.