Senior Electrical Engineer, Avionics

Katalyst Description:

Katalyst is an American technology companyfocused on dynamic space operations.We are building a fleet ofdual-use multipurposerobotic space vehiclestocreate thefuture where maneuvering upgrading refuelingresupplyand exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and overcoming the gravity well is only half the story. What you do there is the future. We are not building the trains. We are building the machines that lay down the tracks. By developing the foundational capabilities that make sustained responsive operations possible we enable a new era of spaceexplorationthat strengthens national security and ensures freedom of action in an increasingly contested domain.

Katalyst Culture:

Working at Katalyst is intense hands-on and deeply rewarding. Youll take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where the problems are hard and the impact is real. We value humility craftsmanship and doing things the right way even when its harder. Youll work closely with thoughtful driven teammates who push each other to do their best.

WhatYoullDo

• Own flight avionics architecture and detailed electrical design forupgrade modulesfrom concept through qualification integration launch and on-orbit operations.

• Design analyze and release spacecraft electronics including processor/compute boards power conversion and distribution interfaces sensor/actuator interfaces communications interfaces and supporting analog/digital circuitry.

• Develop electrical schematicscomponentselections interface definitions grounding/bonding approaches and board-level requirements; partner with PCB layout and manufacturing through build and bring-up.

• Drive avionics integration across flight software GNC power communications propulsion robotics and payload systems resolving electrical and data-interface issues at the spacecraft level.

• Plan and execute board bring-up functional test environmental qualification EMI/EMC testing hardware-in-the-loop testing and spacecraft-level integration; lead anomaly investigation and root-cause closure.

• Perform and review worst-case circuit analysis power and signal integrity analysis timing/bus analysis derating reliability assessments and radiation-informed part selectionappropriate tomission needs.

• Create high-quality engineering documentation and technicalbaselines andcontribute to major design reviews and flight readiness decisions.

WhatWereLooking For

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• 5-8years of experience designing and delivering complex electrical or avionics hardware for spacecraft aerospace defense robotics or other mission-critical systems.

• Demonstrated ownership of avionics or embedded electronics from architecture and schematic design through bring-up integration verification and qualification.

• Strong fundamentals in analog and digital circuit design embedded processors/FPGAs power electronics interfaces high-speed/serial communications and hardware debugging.

• Hands-onproficiencywith laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes logic analyzers spectrum analyzers power supplies electronic loads and data acquisition equipment.

• Strong technical communication skills and the ability to work effectively across hardware software systems manufacturing and program teams.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced highly collaborative environment where ownership initiative and sound engineering judgment are essential.

Your Ideal Background

Preferred

• Experience developing spacecraft avionics through flight qualification and operational deployment.

• Experience with radiation effectscomponentderating reliability fault tolerance redundancy and single-event-effect mitigation for space electronics.

• Experience with common spacecraft interfaces and buses such as CANSpaceWire RS-422/485 Ethernet SPI I2C UART and discrete I/O.

• Experience with EMI/EMC design and test grounding/bonding harness/interface design and spacecraft electrical integration.

• Experience with ECAD tools and configuration-controlled release processes; familiarity with PCB layout constraints manufacturing and acceptance testing.

• Experience leading or supporting major reviews such as PDR CDR TRR and FRR.

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $145000 - $180000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130 which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information and as a result Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin.