System Electrical and Electronics Engineer

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At D-Orbit, we're pioneering the future of space logistics and transportation. Established in 2011, our company is leading the way in helping businesses profitably and sustainably unlock the full potential of the final frontier. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of highly skilled individuals, all driven by a shared passion for innovation and excellence. Join us in our global mission to push the boundaries of what's possible and take your ambition to new heights. Apply now and join us in shaping the future of space.

D-Orbit is looking for a System Electrical and Electronics Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering team and actively follow Electrical and Electronic units design. Deal with Electrical and Electronic design from requirements definition to technical design specification including harness. Support the System, Manufacturing and Mechanical engineering teams throughout the full product development life-cycle. Follow technical data exchange with suppliers and support Sys AIV team during units integration and tests. Participate to other HW Engineering activities involving both requirements definition, electrical design, verification and tests.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Integrate electronic subsystems into the overall spacecraft design, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless functionality.
• Be responsible of the technical design documentation of electronic boards including requirements, design description, WCA, PSA , FMEA reliability ,procedure management and test coordination.
• Keep up with and know industry and space standards and technologies.
• Work with Hardware Engineers and manufacturing team for development and sustaining of current products.
• Maintain detailed documentation of system designs, specifications, and test results to comply with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and select appropriate electronic components for new space application, considering factors such as radiation tolerance, power efficiency, and durability for use in space environments.

Required Technical Skills:

• Work experience of at least 7 years in space/avionics industries.
• Experience with Altium designer tool.
• Experience with Spice simulation tool.
• A self-starter and highly motivated with strong organizational skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Proactive attitude and ability to work in team and individually;
• MSc degree in Electronics or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experienced with state-of-the-art PCB design tools and methodology.
• Proficient with high-speed, mixed-signals and power conversion design.
• Proficient in using electronic lab instruments (oscilloscope, multimeter, spectrum analyser, power supply, electronic load, etc)
• Knowledge of common electronic interfaces like CAN, SPI, I2C, RS-422, RS-485, Space-Wire, MIL-1553.
• Proficient with common ECSS standard electronic analyses like PSA, WCA and FMEA/FMECA.
• Knowledge of ECSS standard EMC and Sys design,
• Knowledge of Space Power and Avionic Unit architecture
• Knowledge of FPGA , microcontroller and SoC architecture is a plus.
• Knowledge of RF system is a plus.

Language:

This role requires professional proficiency in English and fluency in Italian.

At D-Orbit, diversity and inclusivity are not just values, they are integral to our mission and the way we operate. We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and celebrated for their unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not only the right thing to do, but it also leads to better decision-making, innovation, and overall success.

We actively strive to build a culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, and where all voices are heard and valued. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported, and empowered to share their ideas, and where everyone is given equal opportunities to grow and excel. We believe that our differences make us stronger, and we will continue to work diligently to create an inclusive culture at D-Orbit that reflects this belief.