Electrical Systems Engineer

OverviewWanna join the adventure? As an Electrical System Engineer of Loft's program team, you will work on multiple satellite missions simultaneously, each with a unique, multi-payload configuration. Your role will be to ensure the successful power and command protocol integration of the payloads to the bus. You will work cross-functionally across multiple Loft teams: satellite electrical configuration, payload interface software, mission engineering and AI&T.ResponsibilitiesYou will work both with Other Groups and Customers to develop and maintain technical power budgets for spacecraft performanceYou will develop and manage electrical requirements and verification techniques with both Other Groups and CustomersYou will support test procedures and participate in the integration and test campaign at our spacecraft manufacturer\'s siteMust HavesFrench national so they can support new French specific missionsEnjoy being the face of the electrical technical requirements and working with a team to deliver quality hardwareKnowledge of bus protocols of: SpaceWire, Ethernet, CAN, and RS-4XX specificationsExperience developing system and component requirements and interconnect diagramsAbility to interpret EMI/EMC test plans and test reportsExperience with power allocation and distribution systems including fault tolerant and derating considerationsEnjoy working on tight schedules with high visibility opportunities to shineAble to engage multiple challenges simultaneously with a determination to push through resolutionWilling to embrace change with a positive attitude and a determination to deliverNice to HavesHave demonstrated experience in small satellite assembly, integration and test campaignsC&DH (Command & Data Handling) subsystem experienceHave experience in a fast-paced development environmentHave prior experience delivering a spacecraft to orbit and/or space-qualified hardware to a customerWorst Case Circuit Analysis experienceSome of Our Awesome BenefitsEquity, we want you to have an active role in our successUp to 35 days of Paid Time Off (vacations & RTT) and flexible working hours, we want you to be at your bestHealth and life insurance, we care about your healthLunch Vouchers, because let’s be honest, we love food (we even have a slack channel about it #loft-gourmand)Cross-office travel opportunities between San Francisco, Colorado, and Toulouse to learn from our differencesCompany and team off-sites and many other events to work & celebrate togetherRelocation assistance to Toulouse when applicableWe value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t check all the boxesWho We AreLoft: Space Made Simple. Founded in 2017, Loft provides governments, companies, and research institutions with a fast, reliable, and flexible way to deploy missions in orbit. We integrate, launch, and operate spacecraft, offering end-to-end missions as a service across Earth observation, IoT connectivity, in-orbit demonstrations, national security missions, and more. Leveraging our existing space infrastructure and an extensive inventory of satellite buses, Loft is reducing years-long integration and launch timelines to months. With more than 25 missions flown, Loft’s flight heritage and proven technologies enable customers to focus on their mission objectives. At Loft, you’ll be given the autonomy and ownership to solve significant challenges, but with a close-knit and supportive team at your back. We believe that diversity and community are the foundation of an open culture. We are committed to hiring the best people regardless of background and make their time at Loft the most fulfilling period of their career. We value kind, supportive and team-oriented collaborators. It is also crucial for us that you are a problem solver and a great communicator. As our team is international, you will need strong English skills to better collaborate, easily communicate complex ideas and convey important messages. With 4 satellites on-orbit and a wave of exciting missions launching soon, we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco, CA | Golden, CO | and Toulouse, France. As an international company your resume will be reviewed by people across our offices so please attach a copy in English. #J-18808-Ljbffr