Electronic Hardware Engineer

orientationCommunication and technical writing skillsTechnology StackElectronic design tools (Altium Designer, Cadence, Mentor, etc.)Communication protocols (CAN, RS485, SPI, I2C, SpaceWire, etc.)Physical RequirementsAbility to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periodsThis job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at-will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today's five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.Position OverviewWe are seeking an Electronic Hardware Engineer to design, develop, validate and document onboard electronic systems for satellites, ensuring their reliability, performance and compliance with aerospace industry standards.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign schematics and PCBs for satellite electronic systems (power subsystems, communications, control, etc.)Perform simulations, signal analysis, electrical and thermal integrityParticipate in component selection in accordance with space standards (ECSS, MIL-STD, etc.)Collaborate in HW-SW system integration with other departments (software, systems, integration and testing)Prepare technical documentation in compliance with aerospace standardsSupport environmental test campaigns (EMC, vibration, thermal-vacuum, etc.)Collaborate with suppliers for the manufacturing and assembly of electronic boardsParticipate in design reviews (PDR, CDR) with clients or agencies (ESA, NASA, etc.)QualificationsEducation:University degree in Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or similarExperience:A minimum of 8 years in electronic hardware design, preferably in high-reliability environments (aerospace, defense, automotive). Experience in multilayer PCB design, high-speed design, and environments with thermal or electromagnetic constraints.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of ECSS, DO-254, IPCSoft SkillsAnalytical and complex problem-solving skillsTeamwork in multidisciplinary environmentsProactivity, autonomy and results