Arka Group

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

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Position Overview:

A Senior Mission Assurance Engineer provides extensive expertise in High Reliability, Military and Space Level Components-Reliability-Survivability Engineering Activities.

The role is responsible for providing expertise in space environment/reliability modeling and analysis, electronic components/materials selection and application in the orbital environments. The individual will work as a member of several integrated product teams to implement environmental models, provide analysis and support documentation/testing to show suitability to requirements.

The Analyst function supports the Specialty Engineering Team Lead in Survivability/Reliability Analysis, Customer Interface, SDRL Organization/Creation, Customer Review Preparation and Presentations, Basis of Estimate Preparation for Proposal Labor Hours, Definition of Radiation/Reliability Testing/Materials and Facility Costs, Materials and Components Research, compliance with Program Survivability Requirements, preparation of standard documentation including Parts and Materials Purchasing, Testing and Usage documents. 

This position is an on-site position located in Danbury, CT.

We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.

Responsibilities:

• Reviewing Customer requirements regarding Electrical Component Quality, Product Assurance, Reliability, Operating environments including Radiation (Total Dose, Displacement Damage and Single Event Effects) and UV/MMOD threats to materials.
• Radiation Effects Analysis on electronic devices and materials.
• Knowledge of Reliability/Radiation Modeling Tools is desirable (FastRAD, SpaceRAD, Windchill Risk and Reliability formerly RELEX).
• EEEE Component Selection, Screening and Qualification Definition, Reliability Studies, Stress Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis, Safety and Hazard Analysis, Component Database management and Supply Chain Guidance.
• Component Engineering for NASA or Military programs (development through flight).
• High-reliability (Mil-class S, V and K) electrical parts control requirements (selection, qualification, traceability, inspection).
• Translating and communicating requirements to the Electrical Designers, Supplier Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Electrical Manufacturing Engineering.
• Establishing requirements and preparing component procurement specifications, drawings and Statements of Work (SOW) for Custom devices.
• Managing the Preliminary Electrical Parts List and supporting the Supply Chain procurement efforts.
• Preparing TID/DDD/SEE test plans and procedures for Heavy Ion testing and Proton testing.
• Interpreting Radiation Lab test results, data reduction and generating formal test reports.
• Reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotes for adequacy.
• Identifying Alternate Components to mitigate schedule problems associated with Component Lead times and to mitigate component obsolescence.
• Reviewing and Assessing Industry/Manufacturer/GIDEP Alerts for potential impacts.

Required Qualifications:

• BS in physics, reliability, electrical or aerospace engineering
• Extensive work as a Space Environments/Survivability/Reliability Engineer in High Reliability, Military and Space Flight Environments.
• Knowledge of Mission Assurance methodology for the Space Environment including Components and Materials Application strategy for High Reliability.
• Knowledge of EEEE device types and operation in Space Environments
• Experience using EEEE parts and Materials control plans and part/item specifications/data sheets
• Knowledge of Government, Industry specs and standards (MIL-HDBK-217, MIL-STD-1547, MIL-HDBK-814, MIL-STD-883, MIL-STD-750)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in U.S. Government defense industry or other highly regulated industries
• Project leadership, presentation and decision-making skills

Location: Danbury, CT

Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.