# Sr. Electrical Engineer

**Company:** [TRL11, Inc.](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/wpE1zDfYDSUh2HrzXb4sUd.md)
**Location:** Irvine, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Engineering

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## Description

TRL11, Inc. is a venture-backed startup at the forefront of advanced video and imaging technology for space and defense/aerospace applications. Based in Irvine, CA, our team is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible in extreme environments. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering high-reliability electronics for mission-critical systems, directly impacting the success of our products in space and aerospace applications.  
  
Key responsibilities include:

-   Design printed circuit boards (PCBs) and PCB assemblies (PCBAs) for camera systems, edge recorders, and spacecraft electromechanical systems
-   Lead multiple design cycles for high-reliability electronics, ensuring robust performance in demanding environments
-   Perform sneak circuit analysis, thermal derating analysis, radiation tolerance assessments, and MTBF analysis to meet stringent reliability standards
-   Develop electronics in accordance with qualification standards such as MIL-STD-461G and SMC-S-016 (or similar)
-   Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate imaging systems and CMOS sensors into product designs
-   Contribute to high-speed signal design and support low-voltage power design as needed
-   Drive innovation in radiation-tolerant electronics and advanced imaging system development
-   Contribution to projects including FPGA implementation and programming

## Requirements

### Required Qualifications:

-   BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
-   5+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience including PCB design
-   Experience designing electronics for space or aerospace/defense hardware
-   Completed multiple design cycles on high-reliability electronics systems
-   High-speed digital design experience (signal integrity / high-speed interfaces)
-   Experience performing thermal derating analysis and MTBF analysis
-   Familiarity with qualification standards such as MIL-STD-461G and SMC-S-016 (or similar)
-   US Person status (e.g., US citizen or permanent resident)
-   Willingness to travel occasionally as needed

### Preferred Qualifications:

-   Low-voltage power design experience
-   Hands-on PCB CAD experience with Altium Designer
-   Development experience with CMOS sensors and imaging systems
-   Experience developing or qualifying radiation-tolerant electronics
-   Experience programming in HDL's such as Verilog or VHSIC

## Benefits

-   Fast paced, energetic startup culture, where you'll learn a lot, have great impact, and have fun doing it
-   Competitive salary of $120,000–$200,000, depending on experience
-   Bonus, 401k, Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
-   Unlimited Paid Time Off (with prior approval), for Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays, Maternity, Paternity
-   Possible Stock Option Plan participation, based on performance and tenure.