Posted 6 months ago
Senior Electrical / Electronics Engineer
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Senior Electrical / Electronics Engineer leading the design, development, and implementation of advanced camera, edge processing, compute, and storage systems for aerospace and defense video applications.
About this role
TRL11 is a venture backed deep tech / defence tech startup bringing cutting-edge video technology to Aerospace applications. Based in Irvine, CA, we are seeking highly passionate, skilled and experienced ** Senior Electrical / Electronics Engineers** with a focus on cutting edge camera / edge processing technology, to join our team. As a Senior Electronics Engineer, you will be responsible for the ** design, development, and implementation of advanced camera systems, video edge processors / storage systems , networking equipment,** etc. to support our patent pending Space Aware Video Software Suite. Join our team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of Human Space Exploration and US National Security.
This is a completely on-site job.
Requirements
Responsibility:
- Lead the design and development of video- camera, compute, and storage systems and related electronic components, including image sensors, image processors, high speed persistent memory devices, high speed digital busses, inter connectivity incl. physical layers, connectors, harnesses.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, mechanical engineers, and product managers, to define video system’s requirements and specifications.
- Perform detailed block diagram, circuit design, schematic capture, and PCB layout for camera subsystems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Research and stay up to date with emerging camera technologies and trends
- Troubleshoot and debug issues during development, and production
- Assist Test Engineers to develop and execute test plans to verify imaging / storage system performance, image quality, and reliability.
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers
- Collaborate with external suppliers and manufacturers to ensure the timely and cost-effective production of video systems, while maintaining quality standards.
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in camera technology, compute capabilities, industry standards, and best practices, actively contributing to the innovation and improvement of our products.
Requirement:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, more advanced degrees are preferred.
- 5-10+ years demonstrable experience as hands on development engineer with a specialization in video or camera technologies
- Strong knowledge of video recording systems, digital camera systems, image sensors, and related components preferred (nice to have)
- Experience with design or testing for aerospace systems to military or spaceflight standards preferred.
- Fluency in concept design, circuit design, schematic capture, and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence).
- Experience with high-speed interfaces such as MIPI, SLVS, USB, Ethernet, and HDMI.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and debug high speed, and complex electronic systems, utilizing tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers.
- Solid understanding of embedded systems, firmware development, and software-hardware integration.
- Leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- A track record of successfully delivering video related projects to market, on time, and within budget.
Benefits
* Fast paced, energetic startup culture, where you'll learn a lot, have great impact, and have fun doing it
* Base salary $130- $220k, 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.
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