Senior Avionics Engineer

Senior Avionics Engineer

Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct-hire Senior Avionics Engineer opportunity.

• Design and test electrical hardware for satellite subsystems, focusing on power management, control systems, and signal processing.
• Develop and maintain schematics, PCB designs, and harness diagrams for laser systems and satellite subsystems.
• Perform testing and debugging of electrical hardware, ensuring robust operation under various environmental conditions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, mechanical, and thermal engineers) to ensure seamless integration and system-level functionality.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation, including system requirements, design specifications, and test plans.
• Support environmental testing and validation, including thermal‑vacuum, vibration, and electromagnetic interference tests to ensure space‑qualification of electrical subsystems.
• Participate in customer and internal design reviews, providing technical insights and recommendations for system improvements.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, and continuously improve the design and development process in the electrical engineering lab.

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical design, preferably in aerospace, satellite, or computing systems.
• Circuit simulation and analysis experience using tools such as LTspice and spreadsheets.
• Hands‑on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and soldering stations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and experience debugging electrical systems in lab environments.
• Proficiency with CAD tools for electrical design (e.g., Altium, OrCAD). Familiarity with control systems, sensors, and their integration into optical platforms.

• Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience with accelerated computing systems
• Familiarity with space qualification standards and environmental testing for aerospace applications (thermal‑vacuum, vibration, radiation).
• Experience working with cross‑functional engineering teams, particularly with thermal and mechanical disciplines.
• Understanding of satellite electrical systems and power distribution for space applications.

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Salary Range: $150,000 – $200,000
• Location:
  
  Seattle, WA (Onsite)
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.