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Client: Benchmark Space Systems

Position: Electrical Engineer

Reports to: VP of Electric Propulsion

Website: https://www.benchmarkspacesystems.com/

Location: Burlington, VT

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000/year depending on experience

Position Type: Full-time, Onsite

About Benchmark:

At Benchmark Space Systems, we’re pioneering the future of in-space mobility. Our propulsion technologies provide satellites the ability to maneuver, avoid collisions, and maximize mission potential-all while contributing to a safer, more sustainable space environment.

Backed by recent funding and a growing slate of new flight contracts for government and commercial customers, we’re building a workplace where bold ideas and passionate people thrive. Engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers at Benchmark tackle some of the toughest challenges in spaceflight, working together to turn cutting-edge concepts into real-world solutions. If you're ready to help shape the next era of spaceflight, there's never been a better time to join Benchmark Space Systems.

Job Purpose and Primary Objectives:

Benchmark Space Systems is looking for a highly experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Avionics team.

This role will work closely with engineers to design, build, and test the next-generation of in-space propulsion products for small satellites. Specifically, this person will contribute to the design, development and qualification of our modular propulsion avionics system.

Measurements of Success/Primary Job Responsibilities:

At its core, Benchmark is an entrepreneurial, fast paced organization. In this environment, we need all employees to solve problems, not be afraid to ask questions and be able to work with and help colleagues in different departments and positions by digging in and working on other tasks as needed/assigned depending on business needs. With that said, there are primary job responsibilities and measurements of success for this position, which are:

• Work with cross-functional teams to capture and distill system-level requirements into Printed Circuit Board (PCB) designs
• Work collaboratively with the Mechanical Engineering team to define PCB interfaces, circuit design and layout
• Perform bring-up testing on new designs to ensure operation across environmental and electrical conditions
• Generate documentation to enable production technicians to assemble and integrate your designs
• Perform design reviews of other engineers' designs
• Other responsibilities that may be needed from time to time to assist in business operations
• At all times, maintain Benchmark’s outstanding reputation for operating at the highest levels of honesty, integrity, accountability, and transparency.

Education and/or Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering or a related field of study
• 7+ years of experience in circuit design and PCB layout
• Experience managing design requirement flows and leading design reviews
• Strong organization, record-keeping, and written/verbal communication skills
• U.S. Person required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

What you bring to the position, or have the ability to swiftly learn and be successful in:

• Proficiency in at least one Enterprise PCB design software (Altium preferred, also OrCad, Allegro, Xpedition, KiCad)
• Proficiency in at least one analog/digital circuit simulation software (LTspice, QSPICE, PSPICE)
• Proficiency with electronics laboratory and test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc.
• Experience writing embedded firmware for ARM Cortex microcontroller
• Experience working with embedded systems hardware (programming, debugging, etc.)
• Familiarity with configuration management processes and tools such as Git
• Experience designing and simulating analog circuits such as power regulators and signal chains
• Knowledge of sensors, actuators, and system-level integration, especially in electromechanical or aerospace contexts

What makes you stand out:

• Experience with EMC design
• Previous experience within the aerospace and/or consumer electronics industry
• A passion for space technology and emerging ecosystems in and around current and future space activities

Benefits:

• Health insurance (100% coverage for individuals, 80% for families)
• Vision and dental insurance
• Company paid life, AD&D, and disability insurances
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible schedule
• Unlimited vacation

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

While performing duties of this job, the employee is predominately functioning in a combination of lab, office and controlled test environments with high frequency use of electronic communication, keyboarding, and computer use.

Disclaimer: What is listed above is representative of the position's responsibilities but is not meant to be an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may change during employment at the company's discretion. Gallagher, Flynn & Company, LLP and our client do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

Gallagher, Flynn, & Company, LLP has been retained to conduct this search. Interested candidates may apply by sending a resume and cover letter. While we appreciate all interest in this exciting opportunity, only candidates most closely aligned with our search will be contacted.