Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

RESEARCH ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - PCB Layout Engineer

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) • $95K — $115K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 2-7 years of experience in Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Development.
  • 2-7 years of experience in Circuit Design, focusing on high reliability electronics.
  • Strong understanding of IPC standards and PWB design principles.
  • Valid driver's license required for travel.

Responsibilities

  • Design, analyze, document, verify, and test PWB designs for space applications.
  • Manage the full lifecycle design of flight electronics in high reliability systems.
  • Lead a team of engineers and technicians in project execution.
  • Interface with customers to compile and present design data.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in PWB design and IPC standards.
  • Conduct signal and power integrity circuit analysis for PCB designs.
  • Provide field support at customer and vendor facilities as needed.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space applications.
  • Collaborative environment with a focus on high reliability systems.
  • Professional development through leadership opportunities.
  • Travel opportunities for field support and customer interaction.
Full Job Description
  • Responsible for design, analysis, documentation, verification, and test of PWB designs for space applications including both analog/power and digital architectures.
  • Work on the full lifecycle design for related flight electronics in high reliability systems for space applications; define requirements, write specifications, perform analysis and implement designs from concept to hardware.
  • Lead and work with team of engineers and technicians.
  • Interface with customers, and compile and present data to justify design.
  • Serve as a subject matter expertise for PWB design and IPC standards.

  • Responsible for design, test, and delivery of printed circuit boards; complete signal and power integrity circuit analysis and other analysis necessary.
  • Travel is required in order to provide field support at customer and/or vendor facilities.
  • Will work on full PCB life cycle including providing direction to PCB designers and/or manufacturers, and working within an integrated project team with other disciplines such as packaging, parts, reliability, production and quality assurance.

  • Requires a Bachelors or a Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or related engineering degree field.
  • 2-7 years: Printed Circuit Board Development.
  • 2-7 years: Circuit Design, with emphasis on high reliability electronics.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.

About Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is a non-profit research and development organization headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The institute was founded in 1947 and has since grown to employ over 3,000 people across multiple locations in the United States. SwRI provides research and development services to a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and energy. The institute's research areas include automation and data systems, chemistry and chemical engineering, and space science and engineering. SwRI has a long history of working with government agencies, including NASA and the Department of Defense, as well as private companies.
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Industry
Aerospace & Defense
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