Sr. Systems Engineer, Avionics

ABL Space Systems was founded in 2017 by veterans of SpaceX and Morgan Stanley to develop low-cost launch vehicles for the small satellite industry. More importantly, we’re building a launch system we are truly proud of – no gimmicks or over-design, just reliable, rapidly deployable launches. We’re an ambitious team with big goals and, together, we’re determined to prove that reaching space can be simple, efficient, and routine.  
When launch day arrives, we want you by our side
We are a tight team with big goals. That means we need all hands on deck. At ABL, every person takes ownership of their work, and understands how it impacts our mission. Accessing space doesn’t need to be expensive, complicated, or difficult, and we’re building the systems, CONOPS, and organization to prove it. Our team has come together to pursue mastery of our domains and build something bigger than ourselves. We are proud to serve the people pushing the frontiers of space technology. Our goals are ambitious. The work is challenging. We take a deep personal responsibility for everything we make. Driven by great people and greater talent, ABL is reimagining the next generation of space launches.
ABL’s Avionics Engineers are critical to mission success, bridging the gap between hardware responsible for producing thousands of pounds of thrust and software guiding the payload safely to the correct orbit.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate avionics hardware development from conception to flight-ready systems.
• Work with government agencies to ensure compliance to all safety requirements.
• Develop component, systems, and test requirements in conjunction with engineers, stakeholders, and government agencies.
• Lead FMEA processes for components and systems.
• Champion safety, reliability, and performance margins for avionics components and systems while balancing timeline goals and regulations.
• Gather, define, and document requirements to meet existing and anticipated needs for vehicle avionics.
• Develop test plans for component validation, system qualification and acceptance
• Develop, analyze, and review data to validate and verify the avionics system meets specifications and design requirements  
• Collaborate with mechanical and flight sciences teams to maintain design alignment on requirements and integration 
• Perform root cause and corrective action investigation for issues encountered in manufacturing, integration, and operations. 
• Mentor junior members of the avionics systems team. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering (EE), Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science (CS), Computer Engineering (CE), ), or similar from an accredited university
• 5+ years experience in the development of aircraft, missile, spacecraft or similar electronic/avionic systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prior work designing, developing, and testing avionics hardware on launch vehicles or space systems
• Experience designing component and test requirements
• Experience qualifying avionics systems for spaceflight
• Experience developing or architecting systems applicable to government regulations
• Demonstrated leadership experience

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Critical thinking:  ABL engineers understand the “why” behind all design decisions, operational events and test outcomes
• Ability to navigate ambiguity: ABL engineers must be comfortable defining their own pathway to an objective
• End-to end ownership:  projects are delivered fully complete and ready for flight

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTS:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use a computer to complete assignments
• Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone and telepresence
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environment
• This role requires occasional travel to our launch and test sites

ITAR RequirementThis position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.  As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.
Equal Opportunity EmployerWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and ac