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General Atomics · 7 hours ago

Satellite EEE Parts Engineer

Englewood, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$106K/yr - $190K/yr

7+ years exp

General Atomics (GA) is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development. They are seeking a talented and experienced EEE Parts Engineer to join their Space Electrical Team, focusing on the selection, analysis, and qualification of electrical systems for advanced space vehicles and payloads.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and qualify electrical, electronic, and electromechanical components to ensure compliance with program requirements and industry standards

Perform EEE parts analysis, including derating, Worst Case Circuit Analysis, and other reliability assessments to optimize performance under extreme conditions

Ensure all selected parts meet program-specific requirements, industry standards (e.g., NASA, MIL-STD, or IPC), and mission assurance guidelines

Evaluate risks associated with EEE parts and develop mitigation strategies to ensure mission success

Collaborate with suppliers to verify compliance with technical specifications and quality standards

Plan and oversee testing of EEE components, including environmental testing, thermal cycling, vibration testing, and radiation analysis

Work closely with the Space Electrical Team as well as design, manufacturing, quality, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of EEE parts into spacecraft designs

Maintain comprehensive records of EEE parts qualifications, test results, and risk assessments to ensure traceability and facilitate audits

Provide technical expertise to the mission assurance team, ensuring all components align with reliability and performance goals for space missions

Qualification

EEE parts analysisReliability assessmentsSpace domain experienceTechnical communicationProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationCustomer-focusedInitiative

Required

Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education

Candidates must have prior experience in the space domain, including the selection, analysis, and qualification of electrical, electronic, and electromechanical (EEE) components

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience presenting technical concepts to diverse audiences

Proven ability to take initiative, drive projects to completion, and contribute beyond assigned responsibilities to support team and organizational goals

Must be customer-focused, capable of working independently or in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as needed to customer sites or other GA-EMS locations

Top Secret DoD security clearance is required, with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance