Principal Hardware Engineer, E-Space

• The ideal candidate has held a similar role in a dynamic and innovative industrial organization, responsible for concept development and prototyping based on mission requirements
• The candidate shall have been through and led multiple design cycles for highly complex communication boards, from concept to production
• Deep experience with highly integrated multicore packet and baseband processors will be essential
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electronics/Telecommunication Engineering
• To be thrilled to be a part of a multi-disciplined and multi-geographical team
• Proven experience in leading the design and development of complex communications systems
• Design experience with complex microprocessor/DSP devices – working from supplier reference design and evaluation boards
• 15+ years of experience in electronics hardware design including analysis, simulation, schematic capture, PCB layout, and testing
• Design experience in the selection of components, taking into account not only the design specification, but also environmental, cost, EOL, lead time, etc
• Low level power supply design experience, using simulation (LTspice) and knowledge of power managers and monitoring devices
• Design experience of complex clocking and timing solutions including jitter, phase noise measurements
• Design experience with on-board high speed data buses (e.g: PCIe, Serdes, JESD) – including analysis
• Design experience with low/medium speed data buses (e.g: I2C, SPI, LVDS, PECL, RS422, LAN, CAN etc)
• Design experience of schematic capture and layout of complex PCBs, using the Mentor or Altium Design tool
• Proficiency performing circuit analysis using suitable simulation tools (e,g: SPICE etc)
• Hands-on attitude to problem-solving, using test equipment – Scopes, DSOs, DMMs, Soldering Iron, ENV chamber
• Experience with thermal design techniques
• Demonstrated success working in a dynamic environment
• Experience with the full V-Model design cycle, from requirement capture through to design verification

Desirable

• The Principal Hardware Engineer will lead contributions to the definition, systems engineering, and design of our next generation satellite communications payload architecture
• This position will report to the Systems Engineering and Advanced Projects leader and will work closely and cross-functionally with Avionics, Mechanical, RF and Product teams
• Payload Computer Product Definition and Design:
• Define next generation payload computer product requirements and conduct meticulous trade-offs
• Design complex high-speed digital/analogue circuit boards from datasheet to completion for pre-production prototypes
• Alongside the development teams, continue to contribute to problem solving with alternatives and feasibility studies
• Prototyping and Testing:
• Procure and integrate evaluation modules and reference designs to complete a proof-of-concept operation of the platform
• Design and build adaptation and break-out boards to create demonstration platforms as a stepping stone to full product development
• Identify and specify space-grade components and materials for Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) operations
• Integration and Collaboration:
• Work with the software development teams to verify processing performance and memory bandwidth for the communications protocol stacks
• Collaborate closely with international satellite development teams, including RF, Electrical, Mechanical, and Product teams
• Working with junior team members to mentor skills development
• Product Roadmap and Research:
• Actively contribute to and lead the payload computer roadmap
• Conduct research in innovative communications systems architectures aligned with the evolving needs of the satellite network
• Documentation and Communication:
• Prepare comprehensive documentation for design reviews
• Effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences

• For questions, please speak to the recruiter if you apply and are selected for an interview