Principal Electrical Engineer

About the role

BlackVe, Inc is a dynamic and innovative national security-focused space company dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and engineering excellence for our exceptional customers.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead the design, development, and validation of electrical systems and components for spacecraft integration, including power distribution, telemetry, communications, and command subsystems.
• Oversee the integration and functional testing of electrical subsystems to ensure compliance with technical and regulatory requirements.
• Decompose, analyze, and translate complex customer and mission requirements into functional specifications and engineering requirements.
• Identify and resolve electrical and integration issues throughout the system lifecycle, including design, assembly, and testing phases.
• Develop and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including block diagrams, wiring schematics, interface control documents (ICDs), and test reports.
• Mentor and provide technical oversight to junior engineers and project teams, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Work closely with other engineering teams, program management, technician teams to resolve technical challenges.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field with 10 to 15 years of relevant experience in electrical system design, analysis, integration, and test for spacecraft systems.
• A relevant Master’s degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience.
• Proven track record of successfully leading electrical system design and power system design for spacecraft that operate in the orbital space environment.
• Proficiency using electrical engineering tools such as Altium Designer, LTspice, and MATLAB.
• Strong understanding of space environmental considerations, including radiation, thermal constraints, and electromagnetic compatibility.
• Must have the ability to qualify and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with all phases of a spacecraft lifecycle: concept, design, analysis, assembly, integration, test, launch, and on-orbit operations.
• Hands-on experience building and testing electrical systems, harness, and cables to IPC standards.
• Familiarity with high-reliability electrical components and design for radiation-tolerance.
• Ability to effectively communicate professionally in writing or verbally with all levels of personnel.
• Familiarity with model-based systems engineering practices and tools.
• Hands-on experience with national security space systems.

Location and Travel Requirements

This position is based in Albuquerque, NM, with occasional travel to other company locations, partner facilities or launch sites as needed.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work at the forefront of technology and innovation to meet the most pressing needs of our national security customers.
• Small, dynamic, high performing team in a collaborative, inclusive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package including flexible time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401k with non-elective company matching, stock options.

ITAR/EAR Requirements

This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(A)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorization from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.