Robotics Electrical Engineer IV
Job Details
New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL.
Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence.
As a Robotics Electrical Engineer in the Embedded Robotic Systems Group (347A), you will be working for JPL’s Mobility and Robotic Systems Section. We do system engineering, design and analysis, hardware development, testing, and operations support in Robotic areas for unique deep-space/earth-orbiting/planetary surface and aerial flight missions. We also perform world class research and technology development in robotic mobility and manipulation systems for space and planetary surface exploration, and for terrestrial applications.
Duties & Responsibilities
As a Robotics Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the development and deployment of embedded electronics for actuator control, sensing and avionics systems. Specific responsibilities include:
Development and verification of embedded systems for robotics technology for NASA flight projects
Concept and proposal development, R&TD, and publication of novel concepts for NASA and non-NASA programs
Mentor junior engineers
Required Qualifications:
B.S. in Electronics, Electrical or Computer Engineering or related discipline with typically a minimum of 9 years of related experience; M.S. in similar disciplines with a minimum of 7 years of related experience; or Ph.D. in similar disciplines with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
Significant expertise in the design, implementation, and verification of electrical systems or subsystems for robotic spaceflight or terrestrial applications
Deep knowledge in motor control systems, including motor dynamics, commutation methods, harmonic/planetary gearing, actuator characterization and tuning, encoder and resolver feedback, and low/high level control loop methods.
Deep knowledge in ASIC and FPGA system design and verification, including coding in System Verilog, UVM verification environments, verification plan design and implementation, and full life cycle from initial concept to burn review/tapeout.
Leadership of design and/or verification teams to address major embedded systems technical issues; developing recommendations and advising management on those recommendations
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in bus standards protocols such as: SpaceWire, PCI, MILSTD-1553, CAN, EtherCAT and Ethernet
Experience with SVA and static formal model checking
Experience with Mentor Questa Verification tool suite and Questa Verification IP
Experience with continuous integration (Jenkins) and configuration management (Github)
Experience designing and integrating Matlab/Simulink models
Experience with Elmo Application Studio or other motor control/configuration environments
Preparation of requirements documents, interface agreements, verification and validation (V&V) plans, and risk mitigation plans, and execution of V&V plan
Experience in the development of technology that has impacted mission, flight projects, and/or other research projects
Experience in design reviews with analyses for accuracy and completeness
Experience overseeing highly complex design and/or data analysis
Excellent written/verbal communication skills, including experience in writing proposals and publishing results in refereed journals and conferences
JPL has a catalog of benefits and perks that span from the traditional to the unique. This includes a variety of health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans, paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave and many more. Our focus is on work-life balance, and living healthy, fulfilling lives as we Dare Mighty Things Together. For benefits eligible positions, benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employee’s start date.
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The hiring range displayed below is specifically for those who will work in or reside in the location listed. In extending an offer, Jet Propulsion Laboratory considers factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s job related skills, experience, knowledge, and relevant education/training. Hiring range for this job may be adjusted based on primary work location outside of Pasadena, California. This adjusted range will be provided to candidates by the Recruiter when applicable.
The typical full time equivalent annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California.
$165,464 - $208,208
JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law.
In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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