Description:

Job Description: Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Embedded Electrical Engineer will work closely within the program team to develop electronic motor control systems to support electromechanical control needs for deployable space systems.

Job Duties:

Lead the design and development of high-reliability embedded systems for space applications, including requirements gathering, schematic design, PCB layout in Altium, firmware development in C, and comprehensive system testing.

Create prototypes for R&D projects and future products.

Use Altium to modify existing board designs to meet new customer requirements and improve form factor.

Develop embedded software to interface with components using protocols such as SPI, RS422, CCSDS, and I2C, ensuring effective communication with devices like ADCs, DACs, FRAM, cameras, and motor controllers.

Maintain and modify existing software, adding new features and implementing necessary changes to enhance functionality and address evolving requirements.

Develop Python test scripts to automate hardware testing throughout the build process, including first test, functional verification, thermal cycling, and vibration testing.

Collaborate with purchasing and contract manufacturers to ensure hardware is built and assembled, managing long lead item procurement, identifying component shortages, and sourcing alternatives to maintain production timelines.

Analyze and debug non-functional units using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, identifying root causes of failures. Create detailed work instructions for repairs, including recommending component replacements and implementing corrective actions.

Maintain relationships with space hardware IC vendors, staying informed about new radiation-hardened components that could address issues in legacy designs and enhance system performance.

Write comprehensive procedures and documentation for customers, engineers, and technicians, covering the use, testing, programming, and troubleshooting of MMA's hardware systems, enabling independent operation without design engineer assistance.

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

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