Electrical Engineer

Star Catcher is powering the future of space by building the world’s first orbital energy grid: the Star Catcher Network. Spacecraft connect into the Star Catcher Network and receive conditioned energy via their existing solar arrays, requiring no retrofit to utilize the first true space-based infrastructure. The Star Catcher Network provides power as needed from tens of Watts to tens of thousands of Watts at concentrations from fractions of a Sun of flux to ten Suns of flux, enabling More Uptime, More Bandwidth, and More Mission.

Join our team of experienced and passionate space innovators driven to transform and expand humanity’s utilization of space. The creation of space-based power infrastructure is as impactful for space missions in the 2020’s and 2030’s as the advent of low-cost launch services was in the 2010’s. We seek individuals who share our passion for enabling people to do more in space and are not afraid to get their hands dirty to make our vision of the future reality.

About the role

This role will be responsible for the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical systems and components used on spacecraft, satellites, and other space-related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Designing electrical circuits and systems, including power distribution, communication, and control systems.
• Developing and testing prototypes of electrical components and systems to verify their performance and reliability.
• Overseeing the manufacturing and assembly of electrical components and working with suppliers and manufacturers to procure parts, ensuring they meet design specifications and quality standards.
• Engaging in R&D to innovate new technologies or improve existing systems to enhance mission capabilities.
• Working closely with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical systems and components into spacecraft, satellites, and other systems and ensuring that materials are compatible with design specifications and operational requirements.
• Creating technical documentation, including schematics, specifications, and test plans, to support compliance and future reference.
• Managing project timelines, resources, and budgets related to electrical engineering tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least five years of electrical engineering experience, with experience specifically in space power systems.
• Experience leading the development of electrical systems for challenging environments and missions.
• Experience with NASA/DoD life cycle and technical reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR).
• Creative problem-solving skills, with the capability to develop innovative solutions to advanced engineering challenges.
• U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, or protected individual status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligibility to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Skills

• Proven experience with one or more of the following on at least one space vehicle program: batteries, solar arrays, power distribution, power conversion.
• Strong background in electrical analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with space industry regulations and safety standards relevant to space missions and operations.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to interface with the team and organization and prioritize tasks, projects, and personnel from a variety of disciplines.

Benefits

We offer a highly competitive benefits package.