Electrical Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel: Local * * * Job Description **Electrical Engineer, Radiation Tolerant Control Systems, Space Applications** **At CACI Optical and Photonics Systems, we specialize in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex, state-of-the-art sensors and systems for optical communications in space. With terminals operating in space since 2021, and follow-on generations launching this year, we are seeking new engineers to help us scale our product portfolio to new form-factors and orbits.** **As an Electrical Engineer in our Los Gatos, CA facility you will take ownership of PCBA design from concept through schematic, layout and into production. You will work in a fast-paced environment and closely collaborate with mechanical, mechatronic, optical and software engineers. You will see your designs through to production in our CA and FL manufacturing facilities.** **Responsibilities include:** **Developing and testing of communication systems incorporating digital, analog, fiber optic and free space optic components, electro-optic modulators, lasers and photo-detectors** **Circuit design primarily for mechanisms and control systems (moving stages, steering mirrors, gimbals, etc)** **Designing electronic hardware from schematic capture through PCB layout and into production** **Collaborating with** **software/hardware/systems** **engineers to define hardware requirements** **Debugging hardware in the laboratory utilizing basic laboratory tools and advanced tools (Spectrum Analyzer, protocol analyzer, etc.) as needed** **Integrating electrical, mechanical, optical and software components to build systems for proof of concept designs** **Interface with radiation test facilities to schedule and perform tests.** **Document radiation test plans and results** **The successful candidate will have the following** **qualifications/experience:** **BSEE or MSEE in Electrical or Computer Engineering** **2+ years of work experience leading hardware designs from concept through volume production** **Experience designing electronics for space environments (thermal, power, radiation, etc)** **Experience simulating, designing, implementing, and testing both digital and analog electronic circuits** **Experience in high-speed digital design, timing analysis, controlled impedance, worst-case analysis** **Solid hands-on and laboratory skills to support initial bring up, I&T and performance characterization** **Proficiency with OrCAD Schematic Capture, familiarity with Allegro PCB Editor** **Understanding the effects of radiation on electronic systems in space environments like total ionizing dose (TID), displacement damage dose (DDD), single events (SEE) and enhanced low dose rate sensitivity (ELDRS)** **Experience with FASTRAD software** **Excellent verbal and written communication skills** **Self-motivated and self-directed, requiring little supervision** **The following qualifications and experience are highly desired but not required:** **Design background in telecommunication systems** **Experience working with modern software development and scr** **Experience in FPGA design (schematic capture, system verilog)** **Experience with optics and/or fiber optics** **What We Can Offer You:** **- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.** **- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.** **- We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.** **- We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.** **- For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.** This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI. ______________________________________________________________________________ **What You Can Expect:** **A culture of integrity.** At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation. **An environment of trust.** CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. **A focus on continuous growth.** Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. **Your potential is limitless.** So is ours. Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci) ______________________________________________________________________________ **Pay Range** : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) . The proposed salary range for this position is: $66,100 - $135,600 _CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic._