Circuit Designer, Space Special Programs

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chantilly, VAHerndon, VA
Salary
$132,000–$175,000 / yr
Posted
78 days ago
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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · Circuit Designer, Space Special Programs

Circuit Designer, Space Special Programs joins the Space Special Programs team to develop spacecraft and space systems for challenging operational environments. You will perform full cycle PCB design for spacecraft and associated ground equipment, including deriving requirements, schematic design, component selection, layout supervision, bring-up, and integration. The role requires implementing high-speed digital, precision analog, RF, and ultra-low power designs while adhering to space-flight hardware standards. You will utilize Altium Designer or equivalent E-CAD tools, work with FPGA development in VHDL, and perform low-level firmware development for testing. Key technical competencies include knowledge of MCU, CPU, and FPGA technologies alongside standard interfaces like Ethernet, CAN, I2C, SPI, PCIe, and MIPI CSI-2. This position solves the problem of providing mission-critical capabilities for spacecraft operating in LEO through GEO environments.

What you'll do

  • Perform full cycle PCB design for spacecraft and associated ground equipment products.
  • Derive requirements and create schematics for high-reliability space flight hardware.
  • Implement high-speed digital, precision analog, RF, and ultra-low-power circuit designs.
  • Conduct rapid prototyping, design verification, and space qualification activities.
  • Develop low-level firmware for hardware bring-up and testing.
  • Perform root cause investigation and data analysis to support production operations.
  • Execute component selection and supervise layout completion for complex assemblies.

What we're looking for

  • B.S. in electrical/computer engineering or a similar engineering or technical field.
  • 2-8 years of professional experience in hardware product development.
  • Basic understanding of PCB layout techniques for space flight mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing requirements.
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics and apply best practices for each design.
  • Familiarity with standard interfaces such as Ethernet, CAN, I2C, SPI, PCIe, and MIPI CSI-2.
  • Familiarity with common MCU, CPU, and FPGA devices and technologies.
  • Knowledge of modern analog and digital electronics and electronic circuits.
  • Experience using Altium Designer or equivalent E-CAD tools.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
  • Experience designing, integrating, and flying Cubesat spacecraft in LEO through GEO environments (preferred).
  • 1+ years of experience working in a classified environment (preferred).

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