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The ideal candidate will be a hands-on Engineer leading and mentoring a team of Electrical Engineers who play a critical role in designing, developing, and integrating VHDL modules for cutting-edge projects.\nThis position requires a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and is capable of following designs through the entire lifecycle-from concept to manufacturing, assembly, and testing. The role involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including scientists, project managers, and engineers from various branches, to deliver high-quality solutions for flight missions.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDesign and develop electronic circuits, from the component perspective, including power systems, amplifiers, DACS, high speed digital, and mixed signal designs\n\nDesign and develop intra-system harnessing\n\nIntegrate cameras, lasers, data storage, computational systems, and science instrumentation into designs\n\nModify and adapt designs to meet specific mission requirements for computational camera systems\n\nUtilize Altium Designer for circuit design and PSPICE for simulation\n\nCollaborate with external vendors for PCB fabrication and perform board population as needed\n\nConduct functional testing, troubleshooting, and assembly of electronic systems\n\nCollaborate with a team of engineers from the Electronics Systems Branch, including avionics leads, FPGA designers, and electronic designers\n\nIntegrate cameras, GPS modules, and data-saving systems into designs.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field.\n\n3-5+ years of experience in electronic design and development, specifically using Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis (SPICE) software tools\n\nFamiliarity with Altium Designer for circuit design, and PSPICE for simulation, or similar design and simulation tools.\n\nHands-on experience with circuit design, simulation, and integration\n\nFamiliarity with manufacturing and assembly processes for electronic systems\n\nCandidates must possess strong written and oral communication skills\n\nThe role is oriented toward delivery for flight missions and requires adaptability to evolving requirements\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nProficiency in Altium Designer and PSPICE simulation tools\n\nStrong integration skills, particularly with cameras, GPS, and data-saving systems.\n\nFamiliarity with PCB fabrication processes and board population\n\nStrong integration skills, particularly with cameras, lasers, data storage, computational systems, and science instrumentation\n\nAbility to troubleshoot, test, and characterize electronic systems\n\nHands-on experience with lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers\n\nPrior experience with spaceflight hardware is a plus, but not required\n\nKnowledge of Stereo Cameras for Lunar Plume Surface Studies (SCALPSS) systems and their modifications for various missions is advantageous.\n\nSalary range: $93,400-$140k DOE\nU.S. Citizenship is required for this position.\nAnalytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.\nAMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. 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