EEE Components Reliability Engineer I

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York's complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York's existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively. We're looking to expand our team across the board.

York Space Systems LLC is seeking a talented Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) Components Reliability Engineer to join the Electrical Engineering team. The successful candidate will be an analytical thinker and life-long learner who continually seeks a deeper understanding and expertise in EEE Components for spacecraft in harsh radiation environments. They must be attentive to detail and disciplined at documentation to ensure quality and maintainability in our products.

York is a young and growing company that provides fantastic opportunity for ambitious talent to help form the processes, culture, and technical direction of the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform board-level derating analysis for spaceflight systems.
• Provide guidance to hardware engineers on part selection and tradeoffs.
• Develop and advise on radiation test plans (e.g., TID, SEE, Heavy Ion, Laser testing).
• Coordinate radiation testing with external labs and vendors.
• Conduct failure analysis to determine root causes and failure mechanisms.
• Combine simulation and test data to predict radiation-induced upset rates.
• Present radiation mitigation strategies to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Support firmware and software engineers with SEE mitigation planning.
• Perform system-level radiation risk assessments and create formal reports.
• Maintain a parts obsolescence database and recommend alternate components.
• Contribute to risk and trade studies for product design reviews.
• Contribute to board/lab testing and design validation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or Physics.
• Interest in EEE part reliability, derating, qualification, failure analysis, and destructive physical analysis (DPA).
• Familiarity and interest in space derating standards (EEE-INST-002, MSCF-STD-3012).
• Interest in radiation test methods and mitigation strategies.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize technical literature related to radiation tolerance.
• Understanding of the space radiation environment and EEE component behavior.
• Hands-on knowledge of basic circuit analysis and reading schematics.
• Grasp of EEE part construction, wafer fabrication, and materials science.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact with management and peers.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative "small-team" culture and environment.
• Proven ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and drive them to completion with minimal oversight.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years of experience for Components Engineering or Reliability Engineering
• Experience supporting spacecraft or aerospace electronics development.
• Knowledge of design techniques for radiation upset mitigation.
• Experience performing single event effect (SEE) analysis.
• Experience with OMERE.
• Experience with Silicon Expert and GIDEP tools.
• Understanding of MIL-HDBK-217F reliability analysis methods.
• Experience with lab validation tools: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, electronic loads, power analyzers, etc.
• Experience maintaining component databases or part lifecycle management tools.

Benefits

In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.

How To Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the "Apply" link at the top of the page. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed. York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.