Electrical Engineer

　　Job Category: Engineering

　　Time Type: Full time

　　Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

　　Employee Type: Regular

　　Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

　　Type of Travel: Local

　　Electrical Engineer, Radiation Tolerant Control Systems, Space Applications

　　At CACI Optical and Photonics Systems, we specialize in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex, state-of-the-art sensors and systems for optical communications in space. With terminals operating in space since 2021, and follow-on generations launching this year, we are seeking new engineers to help us scale our product portfolio to new form-factors and orbits.

　　As an Electrical Engineer in our Los Gatos, CA facility you will take ownership of PCBA design from concept through schematic, layout and into production. You will work in a fast-paced environment and closely collaborate with mechanical, mechatronic, optical and software engineers. You will see your designs through to production in our CA and FL manufacturing facilities.

　　Responsibilities include:

　　Developing and testing of communication systems incorporating digital, analog, fiber optic and free space optic components, electro-optic modulators, lasers and photo-detectors

　　Circuit design primarily for mechanisms and control systems (moving stages, steering mirrors, gimbals, etc)

　　Designing electronic hardware from schematic capture through PCB layout and into production

　　Collaborating with software/hardware/systems engineers to define hardware requirements

　　Debugging hardware in the laboratory utilizing basic laboratory tools and advanced tools (Spectrum Analyzer, protocol analyzer, etc.) as needed

　　Integrating electrical, mechanical, optical and software components to build systems for proof of concept designs

　　Interface with radiation test facilities to schedule and perform tests.

　　Document radiation test plans and results

　　The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience:

　　BSEE or MSEE in Electrical or Computer Engineering

　　2+ years of work experience leading hardware designs from concept through volume production

　　Experience designing electronics for space environments (thermal, power, radiation, etc)

　　Experience simulating, designing, implementing, and testing both digital and analog electronic circuits

　　Experience in high-speed digital design, timing analysis, controlled impedance, worst-case analysis

　　Solid hands-on and laboratory skills to support initial bring up, I&T and performance characterization

　　Proficiency with OrCAD Schematic Capture, familiarity with Allegro PCB Editor

　　Understanding the effects of radiation on electronic systems in space environments like total ionizing dose (TID), displacement damage dose (DDD), single events (SEE) and enhanced low dose rate sensitivity (ELDRS)

　　Experience with FASTRAD software

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills

　　Self-motivated and self-directed, requiring little supervision

　　The following qualifications and experience are highly desired but not required:

　　Design background in telecommunication systems

　　Experience working with modern software development and scr

　　Experience in FPGA design (schematic capture, system verilog)

　　Experience with optics and/or fiber optics

　　What We Can Offer You:

　　- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

　　- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

　　- We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

　　- We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

　　- For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

　　Company Overview: At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security missions and government transformation for Intelligence, Defense, and Federal Civilian customers. CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

　　Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Employment benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and, life insurance, retirement and savings.

　　The proposed salary range for this position is:

　　$66,100.00 - $135,600.00