Senior Analog Design Engineer

Senior Analog Design Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking an experienced Senior Analog Design Engineer to join our photonics team. Join team CACI as we work with NASA and the DoD to create high-definition video communications for the International Space Station, help discover biohazards, support US intelligence, and other state-of-the-art real-world applications.   

Responsibilities:

The role will involve designing cutting-edge photonic and electronic systems, with a focus on integrating optical and electrical components for space and other advanced applications.

• Design and develop high-performance analog circuits, including DC-10GHz ADC and DAC circuits, with interfaces to advanced FPGAs.
• Conduct thorough analysis and simulation of analog circuits throughout the design process to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Drive the integration of opto-electronic devices such as lasers, variable optical attenuators (VOAs), and PIN diodes into electrical designs.
• Create detailed schematics for circuit designs, including component selection and management, with a focus on space-grade and high-reliability parts.
• Work with PCB layout and fabrication vendors to ensure that board designs meet stringent performance and quality requirements for high-reliability applications.
• Collaborate with digital and optical hardware teams to integrate electronic designs with photonic components, ensuring seamless system operation.
• Design and implement control loops and switching power supplies for photonic systems.
• Support the development of IPC Class III PCB designs and oversee assembly processes.
• Continuously improve design methodologies and stay current with advancements in photonics and electronics technologies.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years or demonstrated expertise in analog circuit design, preferably in aerospace or other high-reliability industries.
• Experience with trans-impedance and operational amplifiers.
• Experience with digitizers (ADC and DAC) front ends.
• Expertise in circuit analysis and simulation using industry-standard tools.
• Strong knowledge of high-speed digital and analog circuit design principles.
• Understanding of control loop design and switching power supply principles.
• Proficiency in schematic capture software and analog simulation tools such as SPICE or LT SPICE

Desired:

• Experience with space-qualified electronics design and testing.
• Familiarity with opto-electronic device integration, including lasers, VOAs, and PIN diodes.
• Familiarity with photonics principles and optical communication systems and radiation-hardening techniques for electronic components.
• Experience with thermal management in high-power density designs.
• Experience with IPC Class III PCB design and assembly processes.
• Knowledge of EEE-INST-002 and associated derating practices for space applications.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.