[Hiring] Senior Avionics Engineer @AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

Role Description

This position offers fully remote opportunities for candidates across the United States. Preferred work locations: Arlington VA, Denver CO, Houston, TX or Merritt Island, FL.

Airbus U.S. is looking for an enthusiastic and creative electrical engineer to develop solutions for satellite avionics and command and data handling. We're looking for candidates who can bring exceptional engineering skills and strong experience in aerospace programs to the team.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of Airbus U.S.'s satellite avionics and C&DH systems.
• Involved in the full lifecycle of development, from requirements definition through operations.
• Design and implement C&DH and Avionics designs for new spacecraft designs.
• Analyze, design, and/or develop C&DH communications systems, including:
  • Interfaces between spacecraft bus and payload subsystems.
  • Bus standards and Network protocols (RS-422, CAN, 1553 and SpaceWire).
  • Modeling and Simulation.
  • Data Timing/Utilization Analysis.
• Ensure compatibility with various expected mission environments (SWaP, radiation, lifetime, etc.).
• Support the development of subsystem level requirements and requirement flow-down.
• Ensure maximum reuse of existing Airbus heritage products.
• Drive multiple design activities (programs or mission).
• Participate in cross-functional planning, coordination, and task execution.

Roadmap Development - 15%

• Support Airbus spacecraft development product roadmap.
• Support the definition of spacecraft customization process for customer mission needs.

Additional Responsibilities - 10%

• Perform all necessary C&DH system engineering activities.
• Promote and optimize cost savings by reuse of heritage platform designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas.
• Preferred: Master's in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years with a Bachelor's degree, or 6 years with a Master's degree.
• Proven track record of working with aerospace hardware and/or software systems.
• Proficient at using programming tools/languages (e.g. MatLab, STK, C++, etc.).
• Relevant experience with RS-422, CAN, 1553 and SpaceWire applications.
• Familiarity with FPGA firmware and software development.
• Familiarity with space environmental effects.
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple levels.
• Team-minded and ready to work in a multi-functional and multi-cultural environment.
• Flexible attitude and strong initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and superior employee benefits.
• Commitment to fostering individual career growth.

Company Description

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff.