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Firefly Aerospace

WI · On-site

Spacecraft Electrical Engineer - Radiation Support Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from ...

Astranis

Radiation Effects Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Radiation Effects Engineer As a Radiation Effects Engineer, you will be responsible for driving the ... harsh aerospace environments. Role * Support the electrical architecture and design of fault ...

Astranis

Radiation Test Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Radiation Test Engineer As our Radiation Test Engineer you will be responsible for analyzing and ... aerospace. Role * Support the design of fault tolerant electrical systems for operating in a ...

Astranis

Radiation Test Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120K - $145K/yr

Radiation Test Engineer As our Radiation Test Engineer you will be responsible for analyzing and ... aerospace. Role * Support the design of fault tolerant electrical systems for operating in a ...

Kapta Space

Lead Radiation Effects Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$185K - $215K/yr

The radiation engineer will define the radiation environment for our missions, model system ... Prior work in small, fast-iteration aerospace teams. $185,000 - $215,000 a year The estimated ...

CesiumAstro

Radiation Effects Engineer I

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$100K - $121K/yr

... aerospace engineering, or a related engineering field. * Direct experience performing many or all ... Experience with radiation susceptibility of RF components including III-V transistors (GaAs, Gan)

CesiumAstro

Radiation Effects Engineer II

Westminster, CO · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

... aerospace engineering, or a related engineering field. * Direct experience performing many or all ... Experience with radiation susceptibility of RF components including III-V transistors (GaAs, Gan)

Kapta Space

Lead Radiation Effects Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$185K - $215K/yr

The radiation engineer will define the radiation environment for our missions, model system ... Prior work in small, fast-iteration aerospace teams. Concerned you do not meet all the requirements?

K2 Space

Radiation Effects Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

... the aerospace industry (internship plus professional experience included) * 1+ years of experience with radiation effects testing, including TID and SEE testing using proton, heavy ion, gamma ...

Kapta Space

$185K - $215K/yr

The radiation engineer will define the radiation environment for our missions, model system ... Prior work in small, fast-iteration aerospace teams. $185,000 - $215,000 a year The estimated ...

Kapta Space

Lead Radiation Effects Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$185K - $215K/yr

The radiation engineer will define the radiation environment for our missions, model system ... Prior work in small, fast-iteration aerospace teams. Concerned you do not meet all the requirements?

CesiumAstro

Radiation Effects Engineer II

Westminster, CO · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

... aerospace engineering, or a related engineering field. * Direct experience performing many or all ... Experience with radiation susceptibility of RF components including III-V transistors (GaAs, Gan)

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for aerospace radiation engineer in the United States is $118,363.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,500.00 and $156,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an aerospace radiation engineer?

An Aerospace Radiation Engineer is a specialized professional who studies and manages the effects of radiation on aerospace systems, such as satellites, spacecraft, and avionics. They analyze how cosmic rays and solar radiation impact electronics and materials in space, and develop strategies to mitigate these effects. Their work is critical for ensuring the reliability, safety, and longevity of aerospace missions, particularly in harsh space environments. Aerospace Radiation Engineers often collaborate with scientists, engineers, and mission planners to design shielding, select materials, and test components for radiation tolerance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an aerospace radiation engineer?

To thrive as an Aerospace Radiation Engineer, you need a solid background in physics, electrical engineering, or a related field, often supported by a relevant bachelor's or advanced degree. Familiarity with radiation analysis tools (such as SPENVIS or GEANT4), radiation testing protocols, and standards like MIL-STD-883 are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for interpreting complex data and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure accurate assessment and mitigation of radiation effects on aerospace systems, which is vital for mission safety and equipment reliability.

What are some common challenges aerospace radiation engineers face when working on spacecraft systems?

Aerospace Radiation Engineers often encounter challenges related to accurately predicting and mitigating the effects of space radiation on electronic components and materials used in spacecraft. They must account for varying radiation environments depending on mission profiles, such as low Earth orbit versus deep space, and balance protection measures with weight and budget constraints. Additionally, collaborating closely with design, testing, and mission assurance teams is crucial to ensure that all systems meet reliability standards without over-engineering solutions.

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Spacecraft Electrical Engineer - Radiation Effects

WI • On-site

Firefly Aerospace
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Posted 25 days ago

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Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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Job description

Spacecraft Electrical Engineer - Radiation Support

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.

SUMMARY

A Firefly Radiation Engineer is responsible for characterizing, simulating, and mitigating the radiation environmental effects observed by our spacecraft. This person will be involved in all phases of spacecraft and hardware development. A qualified candidate will be capable of both defining the environment as well as running multi-disciplinary test campaigns to qualify COTS parts for spaceflight.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Define radiation environment for missions
  • Work alongside the hardware design team in parts selection/derating
  • Organize and run test campaigns for Proton, Heavy Ion, and TID
  • Calculate mission probability of success based on test results
  • Work with stakeholders to manage programmatic risk

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

  • BS degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics); in lieu of a degree an additional 4 years of direct experience can be considered.
  • 3 yrs minimum experience with design, analysis, and/or testing of radiation effects on electronics and materials
  • Knowledge of fundamental statistical methods and probability calculations
  • Familiarity with discrete and integrated circuits (transistors, logic, memory, microcontrollers, FPGAs, etc.)
  • Experience with industry-standard radiation effects analyses and testing (environment definition, SEECA, TID, DDD, etc.)
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and design basic PCBs for testing purposes
  • Experience with Altium Designer
  • Experience with Atlassian tools such as Jira/Confluence and Agile methodology
  • Experience with radiation simulation tools such as FASTRAD, SPENVIS, etc.
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