SUMMARY:
Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology and ready to design hardware for space applications? Join our innovative team as an Embedded Hardware Engineer, where you will develop advanced digital and embedded systems for use across Space and Ground Segments.
POSITION INFO:
Design electronic hardware with a focus on efficiency, radiation hardening, and thermal management
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware into larger systems
Build and test prototypes to ensure hardware meets required standards
Diagnose and resolve hardware issues through root cause analysis
Ensure hardware meets industry standards and passes environmental testing
Create detailed technical documentation to support design and testing processes
Stay informed on new technologies and contribute to innovation in hardware design
Work closely with diverse teams and communicate effectively across disciplines
Skills & Experience:
A solid foundation in electrical engineering principles is essential for designing and analysing analogue and digital systems
Proficiency in embedded systems design, including microcontrollers, FPGAs, RTOS, and firmware development, is crucial
Experience with CAD tools like Altium, OrCAD, or Eagle is required for schematic design, PCB layout, and simulations
Strong knowledge of both digital and analogue circuit design, including logic circuits and analogue components, is important
The ability to test, troubleshoot, and debug hardware using lab tools like oscilloscopes and logic analysers is essential
Proficiency in embedded programming languages such as C, C++, and assembly is necessary for firmware development
Familiarity with communication protocols like UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, and CAN bus is needed for system integration
A system-level understanding enables effective collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams
Knowledge of space-specific constraints like radiation hardening, thermal control, and EMC is valuable for space hardware design
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are critical for resolving complex hardware issues
Clear and thorough documentation skills are necessary to communicate design work and testing outcomes effectively
A commitment to continuous learning and staying current with evolving technologies is vital in the fast-paced space sector
Attention to detail and a focus on quality are crucial for meeting the high standards of space hardware reliability
Effective communication and teamwork are key for collaborating across disciplines and explaining technical ideas clearly
Qualification:
B.Eng. minimum and have 5+ years of relevant experience
Contact CHANE DIPPENAAR on , quoting the Ref: CTE026825.
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