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Senior Engineering Manager, Specialty Engineering

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

The Senior Engineering Manager of Specialty Engineering is responsible for the functional management of our specialty engineering group, encompassing radiation, materials and processes, parts, reliability, and survivability in support of payload and spacecraft development. This is a highly technical management role at a small company: your responsibilities will include technical contributions, guidance, and oversight as well as management functions such as resource allocation and performance reviews.

A key responsibility is to grow and scale the Specialty Engineering team with our growing company. This will include interviewing and hiring as well as developing team processes and procedures. This is a multifaceted role that will interface with many areas of the company, such as program management, electrical, mechanical and system engineering, procurement, and internal and external manufacturing. This position will report to the Senior Engineering Manager of Hardware Design.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Material Science, or related technical discipline plus 6 years progressive professional experience.
Proficiency in at least one of the following core disciplines: radiation effects; materials and processes; component engineering; or reliability test regimen design and implementation.
Space industry experience.
Experience flowing down and/or deriving requirements from higher-level specifications.
Demonstrated team leadership or project management experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tool suite.
Demonstrated leadership of diverse/inclusive teams.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Master’s or PhD in in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline.
Management experience: leading and growing technical teams.
Experience with the supply chain implications of specialty engineering designs.
Experience with formal anomaly investigation and troubleshooting (FRACAS, RCA&CA, FRB).
Familiarity with reliability and/or radiation analysis tools.
Familiarity with management of capital and processes for laboratories such as x-rad radiography, clean rooms, or radiation test.
Familiarity with digital, analog, mixed signal, and power design & analysis processes for space programs.
Familiarity with software development as it relates to specialty engineering, such as mitigating radiation effects with software.

$150,000 - $180,000 a year

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

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What You Should Know About Senior Engineering Manager, Specialty Engineering, CesiumAstro

Are you ready to take your expertise to the next level as a Senior Engineering Manager, Specialty Engineering at CesiumAstro in El Segundo, CA? Here, we pride ourselves on our innovative approach to developing communication systems for next-gen aerospace applications like satellites, UAVs, and launch vehicles. This role isn't just about management; it's about pioneering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic work environment where cross-functional collaboration and autonomy reign. In this highly technical management position, you'll lead the specialty engineering group, focusing on critical areas like radiation, materials and processes, reliability, and survivability for our spacecraft development projects. Your key responsibilities will span technical contributions, oversight, resource allocation, and performance reviews, ensuring our team is equipped for success. With plans to expand, you'll play a crucial role in hiring talented individuals and developing effective team processes. What makes this role exciting is that you'll interface with various departments, such as program management and mechanical engineering, contributing to comprehensive solutions. If you're passionate about space, possess a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, and have significant experience in the field, together, we can flip the script on traditional aerospace communications. Join us on this thrilling journey at CesiumAstro, where we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and offering competitive compensation along with substantial benefits. Let's shape the future of aerospace technology together!

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Engineering Manager, Specialty Engineering at CesiumAstro?

The Senior Engineering Manager, Specialty Engineering at CesiumAstro is responsible for leading the specialty engineering group, which includes overseeing areas such as radiation, materials and processes, reliability, and survivability for spacecraft development. This includes guiding technical contributions, managing team resources, conducting performance reviews, and collaborating with various departments across the company to ensure successful payload and spacecraft projects.