Senior Electrical Engineer

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.  

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The Senior Electrical Engineer for Voyager Lunar Systems is responsible for serving as Technical Authority for all electrical systems for Peregrine lunar landers, delivering hardware and engineering analysis products for electrical subsystems with appropriate technical rigor, ensuring deliverables are completed on schedule, within budget, and ensuring electrical subsystem, technical risks, issues, opportunities are documented. 

The position reports to the Electronic Systems Manager and is part of Voyager Lunar Systems based in Pittsburgh, PA. This role is hybrid based in Pittsburgh, PA.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• Operate as single point of technical accountability for all electrical systems of a lunar lander.
• Develop, document, and maintain the technical solution for lunar lander electrical system within project/program constraints and baselines.
• Delegate technical authority of specific engineering scope to dotted line engineers that report to you
• Mentor and lead small teams of engineers to design complex products
• Identify and characterize risks, issues, and opportunities; and manage execution of approved resolution plans.
• Define and defend verification and acceptance approaches
• Support configuration control and baseline integrity
• Review and approve supplier technical deliverables and milestone reviews
• Present technical status, definition, and defend assigned scope at formal program reviews

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Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in spacecraft electrical systems (Avionics, EPS, RF Comms, Harness)
• B.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Equivalent Work Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Systems engineering (SE) experience controlling requirements, risks, and integration flow
• Experience in developing spacecraft electrical systems for a Class D unmanned spacecraft or similar
• Experience with power budgeting process and system level energy balance analysis
• Familiar with solar photovoltaic and lithium-ion battery technology
• Familiar with RF Communications system performance and link budgets
• Familiar with electronics and circuit analysis and component/LRU design processes
• Microsoft Project/JIRA or similar task management and scheduling tools
• Knowledge of Range Safety and Ground Safety electronics compliance
• Knowledge of NASA-STD 4001 and NASA-STD 4003 or similar
• Knowledge of space environmental tests (TVAC, Shock and Vibe, EMI/EMC)
• M.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Travel, Physical, and/or Government Mandated Requirements: 

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.  

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.   

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees 
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll 
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security 
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being 
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources 
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment 

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.   

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.  

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