Program Chief Engineer (Technical Lead) at SEAKR Engineering

Centennial, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Sep, 26

Salary

180000.0

Posted On

06 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Digital Design, Circuit Design, Signal Integrity, FPGA Design, Embedded Systems, Hardware Verification, System Integration, Schematic Capture, Power Integrity Analysis, Environmental Testing, Technical Leadership, Worst Case Analysis

Industry

Space Research and Technology

Description

Company Description Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. Pushing the boundaries of technology on a mission to change the world for the better from space. Job Description Seeking an Electrical Engineer who has a fundamental knowledge of complex digital design utilizing microprocessors, ASICs, FPGAs, and various memory technologies. Responsible for developing new architectures, refining existing architectures, and developing requirements. Will also be responsible for technical interfaces with customers. Lead a design team from initial specification all the way through to hardware delivery involving box, module and board level designs, FPGA and software design and implementation, simulation, analysis, test plan and test. Perform detailed review of other engineer's designs, and approval of engineering and drawings. Lead program design team through hardware checkout and validation in a lab environment, as well as work through full system box integration and environmental testing. Digital board design which includes thorough design documentation, schematic capture and review of schematic, performing SI and PI analysis, creating and reviewing routing instructions, coordination of board layout, review of layout, documenting test plan and performing hardware verification and debug. Perform hands-on debug of problems in lab with use of tools such as bench supplies, scopes and logic analyzers. Oversee multiple module designs in a box system involving various levels of complexity, providing technical oversight to other design team members. Provide technical oversight and coordinate efforts across multiple functional disciplines working closely with Electrical Hardware, Logic, Mechanical, Software, Manufacturing, Test and Systems Engineers to ensure box, module, board, FPGA, and software designs meet customer requirements. Support full program life-cycle, from APT kick-off to delivery, which include oversight of Environmental Qualification and Acceptance testing involving thermal cycle, thermal vacuum, vibration, and EMI/EMC. Lead program team on all technical matters through major reviews such as SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR, PSR etc. Contribute to detailed reviews of FPGA, software, and mechanical designs. Clear written and verbal communication skills. There can be limited local travel required. Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required; Master's degree preferred. Must have 10+ years of design experience. Extensive knowledge of circuit design and signal integrity is expected. Has led module debug and integration of module into system. Familiar with environmental test methods and flow. Understands and has performed worst case analysis. Ability to effectively lead system integration and test of multiple digital board, FPGA designs, and system software. Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines. Ability to provide leadership and support to less experienced engineers on a program team. Experience with digital and/or RF electronics design, schematic capture, FPGA design, embedded system design, single board computers, or embedded software design is desired. Additional Information Compensation: Base pay range is $130,000-180,000 depending on qualifications. SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA. SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. US Citizenship Required Applications will be accepted until 6/19/26 Compensation: USD 130000 - USD 180000 - yearly

Responsibilities

Lead a design team through the full program life-cycle of advanced electronics for space applications, from initial specification to hardware delivery. Oversee digital board design, system integration, and technical interfaces with customers while managing major program reviews.