Electrical Hardware Engineer Senior

2 months ago


Lompoc, United States Range Generation Next LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World’s Premier Gateways to Space RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation’s safety.

As a member of the Sustaining Engineering team, you would join other smart, talented, and dedicated engineers that pride themselves in analyzing the most difficult challenges for the launch-test range while developing and delivering solutions to meet the needs of the US Space Force and their customers.

This position is located at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telecommuting after the initial training period is complete.

Essential Functions

  • Design, develop, modify, and implement new and/or existing capabilities for support hardware systems. Perform system modeling, simulation, and analysis to provide the most appropriate technical solution.
  • Support testing to qualify hardware systems for Range operations.
  • Plan, conduct, and assist in the execution of engineering projects.
  • Coordinate with technical support personnel for assigned projects.
  • Analyze, develop, recommend, and implement approaches to meet requirements.
  • Evaluates component suppliers and vendor capabilities.
  • Provide leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel.
  • Assist with problematic repairs of Line Replaceable Units (LRU’s).
  • Provide engineering assistance to restore operational systems.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

  • Proficient in technical writing for development of technical reports, white papers and other technical support documentation.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical issues verbally and through written media such as graphical slides and verbal presentations to contract management and customers.
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to effectively manage competing demands, prioritize appropriately, and oversee multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Able to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Required Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar STEM-related discipline
  • Two (2) or more years relevant engineering experience.
  • Proficient working with Windows based computer systems and M/S Office tool suite.
  • Proficient with digital interface design to include familiarization with interface modules, cable/wire types and connector systems.
  • Fundamental knowledge of hardware systems integration and testing practices.
  • Experience in the configuring of Ethernet switches and network protocols.
  • Experience providing inputs to complex project proposals within defined time constraints involving multi-discipline teams
  • Proficient in reading, understanding, creating or modifying wire diagrams, schematics and mechanical drawings using CAD or other drawing packages.
  • Proficient in use of specialized test equipment including but not limited to VOMs, spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes.
  • Familiarization with computer systems including single board (SBCs), servers, and workstations.
  • Familiarization with the Linux and Windows Operating systems.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

  • Ability to lift 30 lbs.
  • Some travel may be required (less than 10%).
  • The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship.
  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License.

Benefits of Working at RGNext

RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment.

The salary range for this role is $83,200 to $123,568; however, RGNext considers several factors when extending an offer for employment, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training and preferred skills and knowledge.

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.



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