Senior Electronics Engineer

About SPHERICAL  SPHERICAL is a leading space electronics company delivering state-of-the-art satellite power and control electronics. Deliverying high-power systems to world-class customers with a focus on reliability and flexability. The are uniquely full-stack with integrated teams across electronic systems, microchips and software.
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The Role  We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Electronics Engineer with experience in design for space applications to join our world-class engineering team. As part of our mission to build the world's best satellites by leveraging microchip design, you will play a crucial role in designing the next generation of space systems, with complete ownership of the design, verification, and test of the space hardware you develop.

If you are looking for a challenge with ownership and the ability to make an impact on engineering projects while working with leading space companies then this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities   Design complex electronic systems:  Analyse requirements, derive internal requirements, and architect systems to fulfill them
Collaboratively define microchip specifications and interfaces
Design PCB assemblies of the system
Lead the test and qualification of systems for high-reliability use in a space environment

Be the main point of contact for technical matters with the external PCBA assembly supply chain
Lead technical reviews with customers and high-profile organisations, like ESA.
Set an example of high-quality and principled design within SPHERICAL
Support and inspire junior engineers

Required Qualifications   Strong PCB design and layout skills

Experience with space and PA/QA standards such as ECSS
Familiar with reliability analyses like FMECA, WCA and PSA
Good understanding of power electronics
Familiarity with requirements management
Understanding of full electronics life-cycle (design, manufacture, test, qualification)
Desire to thrive in fast and dynamic development environments

Preferred Qualifications   

Experience with FPGAs
Project management skills
A minimum of BSc/Beng, or equivalent, in Electronics Engineering

What We Offer  A unique opportunity to change the way satellite systems are designed and built, bringing Apple's system-driven IC design approach to the space industry
Join a growing startup with funding secured from private venture capital and public bodies like the European Space Agency and the European Innovation Council
Work with highly ambitious, skilled, and experienced team members with strong technical track-records across satellite and semiconductor technology development combined with skilled commercial and fundraising capabilities
An empowered work environment where you are encouraged to take a leading role in the team's work reshaping industry paradigms
We Believe In You  An empowered work environment where you are encouraged to take a leading role in the team's work reshaping industry paradigms.
Skilled Team  Work with highly ambitious, skilled and experienced colleagues with strong track-records across satellite and semiconductor technology combined with skilled commercial capabilities.
Growth Trajectory  Join a growing startup with funding secured from private venture capital and public bodies like the European Space Agency.
Industry Changing  A unique opportunity to change the way satellite systems are designed and built. We are bringing Apple's system driven IC design approach to the space industry.
Practicalities   Full time
Based in the Randstad area, Netherlands
Hybrid working environment, min. 1 day/week onsite to build strong team dynamic, focused work from home possible other days
Reporting to Marcos Compadre, Head of Electronic Systems
Studies have shown that women and other marginalized groups apply to jobs only when they meet 100% of the qualifications. However, at SPHERICAL, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workplace and encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement.

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