{"id":1296622,"url":"https://alion.io/job/sidus-space-principal-hardware-systems-engineer","title":"Principal Hardware Systems Engineer","company":{"id":2631917,"name":"Sidus Space","domain":"sidusspace.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/sidusspace","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"ADP","truth_index":null},"role":"Hardware","role_family":"Hardware","seniority":"lead","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"inferred","locations":[],"countries":[],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":8,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Configuration Management","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-22T15:06:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-22","last_verified_at":"2026-09-29T16:50:47Z","board_verified":false,"closed_at":null,"days_open":9,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":9},"description":"Sidus Space® (NASDAQ: SIDU) is an innovative space and defense technology company offering flexible, cost-effective solutions, including satellite manufacturing and technology integration, AI-driven space-based data solutions, mission planning and management operations, AI/ML products and services, and space and defense hardware manufacturing. With its mission of Space Access Reimagined®, Sidus Space is committed to rapid innovation, adaptable and cost-effective solutions, and the optimization of space system and data collection performance. With demonstrated space heritage, including manufacturing and operating its own satellite and sensor system, LizzieSat®, Sidus Space serves government, defense, intelligence, and commercial companies around the globe.\nStrategically headquartered on Florida’s Space Coast, Sidus Space operates a 35,000-square-foot space manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing facility and provides easy access to nearby launch facilities. But it’s our people who truly set us apart. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and agility, empowering our team to innovate and evolve in a rapidly changing industry. Join us at Sidus Space to be part of something extraordinary and help shape the future of space access!\nJob Summary\nThe Principal Systems Engineer will lead the design, development, integration, and verification of advanced microelectronic and compute-intensive hardware systems, with a primary focus on new development 3U VPX modules, high-performance embedded computing platforms, and complex AI processing hardware. This role requires deep multidisciplinary engineering expertise, technical leadership, and experience architecting and maturing sophisticated electronic systems from concept through qualification.\nThe position is 100% onsite, located in Cape Canaveral, Florida.\nEssential Duties/Responsibilities\nLead R&D activities centered on next-generation embedded computing architectures, including development of system specifications, ICDs, and test plans supporting high-speed digital, RF, and mixed-signal hardware.\nDrive the design, prototyping, and validation of microelectronic and PCB-level hardware including 3U VPX modules, AI accelerator subsystems, and other mission-critical compute elements.\nCollaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of high-density digital systems, high-speed interfaces, and complex power architectures.\nTroubleshoot and resolve issues across multi-board assemblies, embedded processors, FPGA-based designs, and custom electronics, applying rigorous analytical methods to mature concepts into production-ready hardware.\nProvide expert guidance for hardware bring-up, functional testing, debug, iterative redesign, and system-level integration, including environmental qualification and performance characterization.\nMaintain comprehensive engineering documentation such as verification matrices, configuration management records, detailed test results, and full lifecycle development artifacts.\nDeliver clear and technically precise communication to internal engineering teams, external stakeholders, and mission partners to ensure alignment across rapid development cycles.\nTreat all coworkers with respect and dignity ensuring a collaborative culture is continually developed and maintained.\nOther duties as assigned**\nRequired Education and Experience\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or other related STEM field; equivalent experience considered. \nEight (8) years of engineering experience involving systems architecture, electronics development, requirements management, and system verification for complex hardware systems.\nExperience with systems engineering lifecycle tools such as DOORS, CRADLE, DevOps platforms, or equivalents.\nProficient in Microsoft 365 for communication and collaboration.\nDesired Skills and Experience\nHands-on experience with microelectronics, high-density PCB design, and embedded computing hardware (preferably 3U VPX or similar ruggedized form factors).\nStrong background in high-speed digital design, power electronics, FPGA-based architectures, and/or AI compute modules (GPUs, ASICs, or accelerators).\nExperience developing and executing acceptance, qualification, and environmental tests for mission-critical hardware.\nFamiliarity with modern PCB design workflows including schematic capture, layout, SI/PI analysis, and manufacturing release.\nWorking knowledge of RF circuit design, high-rate data interfaces, and mixed-signal systems.\nExperience with full product lifecycle development for complex systems integrating electrical, mechanical, and software components.\nPhysical Requirements\nProlonged periods standing or walking on hard surfaces\nAbility to lift up to 30 lbs.\nSedentary Work - occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force to carry, lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves being stationary most of the time, sometimes requiring moving about the work center on concrete surfaces. \nComputer Work - daily use of laptop, computer monitor screen, keyboard, and mouse, sometimes utilizing a headset with microphone & speakers. \nTravel Requirement\nAbility to travel < 10%\nShift/Schedule\nOnsite work Monday through Friday; day shift generally working 8am to 5pm\nDrug-Free Workplace\nSidus Space is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies\nTotal Rewards and Perks\nAt Sidus Space, we ask a lot of our team members, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to a competitive salary, a Best-in-Class benefit program with a generous employer paid portion as well as a matching 401(k) on Day ONE, we offer a lot of perks, including:\nJeans every day\nRegular onsite food trucks\n5 free company t-shirts for Manufacturing Staff \nPaid Time Off (vacation and sick days) and 11 paid holidays \nAdjustable stand-up desks\nEmployee referral bonus program\nEducational assistance and professional training opportunities\nCompany golf outings and other social events\nAdditional Eligibility Qualifications\nAll candidates selected will be subject to a background investigation and drug screen\nTo conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. \nMust be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.\n\nSIDUS SPACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer fostering a respectful work culture that values all contributors. 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