Sr. Electrical Engineer

TRL11, Inc. is a venture-backed startup at the forefront of advanced video and imaging technology for space and defense/aerospace applications. Based in Irvine, CA, our team is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible in extreme environments. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering high-reliability electronics for mission-critical systems, directly impacting the success of our products in space and aerospace applications.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design printed circuit boards (PCBs) and PCB assemblies (PCBAs) for camera systems, edge recorders, and spacecraft electromechanical systems
• Lead multiple design cycles for high-reliability electronics, ensuring robust performance in demanding environments
• Perform sneak circuit analysis, thermal derating analysis, radiation tolerance assessments, and MTBF analysis to meet stringent reliability standards
• Develop electronics in accordance with qualification standards such as MIL-STD-461G and SMC-S-016 (or similar)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate imaging systems and CMOS sensors into product designs
• Contribute to high-speed signal design and support low-voltage power design as needed
• Drive innovation in radiation-tolerant electronics and advanced imaging system development
• Contribution to projects including FPGA implementation and programming

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience including PCB design
• Experience designing electronics for space or aerospace/defense hardware
• Completed multiple design cycles on high-reliability electronics systems
• High-speed digital design experience (signal integrity / high-speed interfaces)
• Experience performing thermal derating analysis and MTBF analysis
• Familiarity with qualification standards such as MIL-STD-461G and SMC-S-016 (or similar)
• US Person status (e.g., US citizen or permanent resident)
• Willingness to travel occasionally as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Low-voltage power design experience
• Hands-on PCB CAD experience with Altium Designer
• Development experience with CMOS sensors and imaging systems
• Experience developing or qualifying radiation-tolerant electronics
• Experience programming in HDL's such as Verilog or VHSIC

Benefits

• Fast paced, energetic startup culture, where you'll learn a lot, have great impact, and have fun doing it
• Competitive salary of $120,000–$200,000, depending on experience
• Bonus, 401k, Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (with prior approval), for Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays, Maternity, Paternity
• Possible Stock Option Plan participation, based on performance and tenure.