Space Systems Electrical System Architect
Core
Define and integrate electrical and electronic systems for satellite platforms and payloads across telecommunications, Earth observation, science, and navigation.
Role type
Senior Space Systems Electrical System Architect
Builds
Satellite platforms, payloads, and active antenna systems
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Systems
Required skills
Electrical system architecture, requirements management, subcontractor technical management, satellite electrical sub-systems, EMC engineering per ECSS standards, electronics analysis (FMEA, parts stress, worst case, safety, hazard)
Preferred skills
Altium design tools, Python programming
Technologies
FPGA, ASIC, ECSS standards, Altium, Python
Responsibilities
Manage technical aspects of electrical sub-systems and equipment; define system architecture breakdown and technical requirements; develop verification and validation strategies; manage electrical interfaces, power budget, grounding, and EMC; support procurement and AIT teams in equipment development and testing; collaborate with thermal, mechanical, and harness disciplines; conduct technical reviews with suppliers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
