Senior Electrical Engineer Analog and Mixed Signal for Quantum in Space

Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving the worlds most challenging problems. The company harnesses quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers sensors and networks. From fundamental physics to leading edge commercial products Infleqtion enables quantum everywhere through our ecosystem of devices and platforms.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in analog and mixed signal designs to join our Emerging Technology team. This individual will be a key contributor in the electrical design integration test and qualification of custom circuits and control system subsystems for operation of deployed quantum systems and sensors in space terrestrial and lab-based environments. Initially this role will be in support of a technology demonstration mission in collaboration with NASA JPL/Goddard that will demonstrate a first-of-its-kind quantum gravity gradient (QGG) sensor on a dedicated satellite. The successful candidate will collaborate with an extended team of electrical engineers physicists mechanical engineers embedded systems engineers systems engineers and sub vendors to develop high performance low noise radiation tolerant and robust circuits critical to the operation of this exciting new quantum sensing capability demonstrator.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage engineering projects and deliver them on time

• Develop analog circuits including design schematic capture PCB layout prototyping build test validation and troubleshooting

• Design model and simulate analog circuits and validate circuit performance through bench testing

• Preferred focus on low noise and low drift circuit design

• Design control loops in the analog and digital domains

• Collaborate with engineers physicists and technicians to troubleshoot debug and rework existing circuit boards in use

• Perform quality and performance analysis on new and legacy electrical systems

• Work with other engineering disciplines on electrical mechanical and thermal interface requirements and design

• Manage and mentor peers and more junior team members to ensure project success

• Summarize data and report on test results

• Providing estimates of resources needed to deliver successful projects on schedule and budget

• Communicating with key stakeholders on progress barriers and status

• Other duties or projects as assigned to ensure mission success

About the Team

Youll join a passionate and experienced team developing one of the worlds first space-deployable quantum gravity sensors. This effort is foundational to future navigation earth science and resource exploration missions.

Travel

Up to 10% local travel may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering

• At least four years of experience in low noise analog circuit designs and analog to digital mixed-signal designs

• Working knowledge of OrCAD Altium PADS etc.

• Experience in circuit simulation using SPICE software

• A good understanding of circuit noise analysis and analog circuit analysis as well as signal-integrity power integrity and EMI/EMC requirements

• Experience with component derating and PCB-level thermal mitigation

• Ability to work safely with high voltage and/or high current circuits and test equipment

• Proficient in MS Office

• Good verbal and written communication skills able to effectively share information with technical and non-technical staff

• Good collaboration skills able to work in a team environment where engagement and participation are an expected part of successful job performance

• This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with space-deployed systems and the associated challenging vibration thermal and radiation environment

• Experience in power electronics or RF

• Working knowledge of control systems and signal processing

• Experience with high and ultra-high vacuum system environments

• Experience with Contract Electronic Manufacturing
• Experience mentoring and managing more junior engineers
• Experience with power electronics including DC-DC converters filters and high power (<1kW) amplifiers

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license

Work will normally be performed in an office and laboratory environment and around technical equipment including computers and lasers. Able to sit stand bend lift and carry up to 40 pounds without assistance. Able to efficiently use automated office equipment such as laptops copiers and printers; able to effectively engage in communications (via phone computer or in-person). Any required Personal Protective Equipment will be provided and must be properly used in accordance with company requirements.

The targeted salary range for this role is 120000 to 150000 USD on an annualized basis plus eligibility to participate in our annual incentive plan.

In addition to your base compensation we offer a generous Total Rewards program which includes:

• 100% company paid Employee coverage for Medical Dental Vision and Short/Long Term Disability insurance programs
• Employer funded Health Savings Account
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Matching Programs
• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Healthcare Savings Account
• Paid FMLA Leave
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employer Assistance Program
• Student Loan Repayment
• Equity Opportunity

Required Experience:

Senior IC