Lead Electronics Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic circuits, from the component perspective, including power systems, amplifiers, DACS, high speed digital, and mixed signal designs
• Design and develop intra-system harnessing
• Integrate cameras, lasers, data storage, computational systems, and science instrumentation into designs
• Modify and adapt designs to meet specific mission requirements for computational camera systems
• Utilize Altium Designer for circuit design and PSPICE for simulation
• Collaborate with external vendors for PCB fabrication and perform board population as needed
• Conduct functional testing, troubleshooting, and assembly of electronic systems
• Collaborate with a team of engineers from the Electronics Systems Branch, including avionics leads, FPGA designers, and electronic designers
• Design, simulate, and test VHDL modules and FPGA designs for advanced sensors and spaceflight systems
• Integrate cameras, GPS modules, and data-saving systems into designs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field
• 3-5+ years of experience in electronic design and development, specifically using Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis (SPICE) software tools
• Familiarity with Altium Designer for circuit design, and PSPICE for simulation, or similar design and simulation tools
• Hands-on experience with circuit design, simulation, and integration
• Familiarity with manufacturing and assembly processes for electronic systems
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• The role is oriented toward delivery for flight missions and requires adaptability to evolving requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Altium Designer and PSPICE simulation tools
• Strong integration skills, particularly with cameras, GPS, and data-saving systems
• Familiarity with PCB fabrication processes and board population
• Strong integration skills, particularly with cameras, lasers, data storage, computational systems, and science instrumentation
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, and characterize electronic systems
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers
• Prior experience with spaceflight hardware is a plus, but not required
• Knowledge of Stereo Cameras for Lunar Plume Surface Studies (SCALPSS) systems and their modifications for various missions is advantageous

Benefits

Competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to:

• paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave
• salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting
• tuition reimbursement
• short/long term disability plans
• a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive.