Radiation Effects Engineer

Apex(2 months ago)

Los Angeles, CAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$125,000 - $155,000Engineering

About this role

The Radiation Effects Engineer at Apex is responsible for serving as the technical authority on spacecraft electronics radiation susceptibility, focusing on hardening reliable space systems. This role involves overseeing radiation engineering processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with space environment requirements, and managing radiation test campaigns. The engineer will provide recommendations for radiation-tolerant designs, maintain a parts and materials library, and conduct rigorous analysis to support spacecraft mission success across various operational regimes.

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Required Skills

Radiation Effects
Space Environment Qualification
Technical Authority
Radiation Testing
Collaboration
Reliability Requirements
Radiation Hardness Assurance
Radiation Analysis
Process Ownership
Cross-Discipline Training

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Qualifications

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or related field
M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Reliability Engineering, or related field
Active U.S. Government security clearance
Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance

About Apex

www.apexspace.com

Apex is a cutting-edge satellite manufacturing company focused on accelerating the deployment of next-generation satellite constellations through its productized satellite platforms. Their product offerings, including Aries, Nova, and Comet, support diverse missions with payload capacities ranging from 100 to 1,000 kg, designed for operational compatibility across various orbital regimes. With a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, Factory One, located in Los Angeles, Apex is capable of producing over 200 satellite buses per year, emphasizing a commitment to high reliability and rapid delivery, ensuring that clients can configure and receive their satellites in weeks, not years.