Electronics Design Engineer - Radiation Survivability Engineer

Company: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Challenging Today. Reinventing Tomorrow. We're invested in you and your success. Everything we do is more than just a project. It's our challenge as human beings, too. That's why we bring a thoughtful and collaborative approach to every one of our partnerships. At Jacobs, we challenge the status quo and redefine how to solve the world's greatest challenges, transforming big ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world. Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow Your Impact:Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. Jacobs is NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for an Electronics Design Engineer - Radiation Survivability Engineer to join our team with the Engineering Division. The Electronics Design Engineer - Radiation Survivability Engineer will:

• Report directly to the Electronics and Electrical Section Manager as part of group of over 45 other Electronics and Electrical Engineers
• Work directly with or as a Team Lead and associated Electrical Engineers on a given project
• Support new designs from conception, analysis, and manufacturing, through to operational test and deployment
• Provide design support and guidance in various aspects of Electronics System Development. - Be
• familiar with NASA specifications for Electronics Component development
• Develop component test stand architectures for various components
• Design and generate electrical component and lab instrumentation test system designs.
• Develop and or modify LabVIEW code for various test systems
• Develop detailed test verification procedures
• Work with electrical and mechanical technicians to build and test designed systems.
• Develop and test various breakout boxes and digital/analog sensor emulation systems.
• Perform electrical evaluation/selection of instrumentation (pressure transducers, flow
• meters, pumps, fans, RTDs, Thermocouples, etc.)
• Troubleshoot and repair existing test systems
• Conduct analog and digital printed circuit board design for various application needs. - Develop test
• software modules to perform specific tests
• Work with eCAD designer to develop printed circuit board designs
• Work in a laboratory environment, following standard operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as required Here's What You'll Need:Requisition Qualifications: This position has been posted at multiple levels.Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
  • Requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering in the field or in a related area
  • Background in engineering / physics
  • Familiarity with fundamental semiconductor physics and understanding of electronic circuits
  • Familiarity with semiconductor electronic, electro-mechanical, and electro-optical piece-parts functionality
  • Ability to reduce and present test data
  • Inquiring and analytic mind able to handle ambiguities inherent to stochastic and deterministic effects analysis
  • Interest and ability to perform in a dynamic engineering field, and absorb science and technical publication data into daily practice and process development
  • The position requires occasional travel and non-standard work schedule for radiation testing Requisition Preferences:
    • Radiation survivability test and analysis experience is strongly desired
    • Circuit simulation / transient analyses
    • Understanding of the space ionizing radiation environment
    • Understanding of electronic semiconductor device physics and space ionizing radiation
    • effects on electronic components (SEE, TID, DDD)
    • Familiarity with heavy ion and proton test facilities
    • Familiarity with space radiation analysis software such as CREME96, SPENVIS, IRENE
    • Familiarity with EEE and Electro-optical Parts NASA processes
    • Prior experience with electrical schematic entry and printed circuit board layout tools such as Altium Designer
    • Familiarity with electronics testing and instrumentation including oscilloscopes, multi-meters, logic
    • analyzers, function generators, electronic load banks, power supplies, power analyzers and data acquisition
    • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of the team
    • Ability to communicate effectively with circuit design engineers and radiation physicists, write test plans and test and analysis reports
    • Proficient in MS Office programs, particularly MS OneNote, Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook
    • Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment Why Join Our Team? Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you! (Please view in Chrome or Microsoft Edge) In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
      • Excellent personal and professional career growth
      • 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
      • Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
      • Much, much more! For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit
        • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
        • Must be able tocomplete a U.S. government background investigation.
        • Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised. Essential Functions Work Environment Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task. Physical Requirements Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time). Equipment and Machines Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.). Attendance Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements. Other Essential Functions Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under and .

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