About Phantom

At Phantom Space Corporation, we provide a rare opportunity to join a startup founded by people who are passionate about what they do. We are seeking like-minded people who inspire others with their drive, determination, and unshakable work ethic, to join our team. 

About the Role

The LabVIEW Engineer efficiently develops, implements, and maintains the LabVIEW applications and user interfaces for Phantom’s safe and effective test and orbital launch operations. The LabVIEW Engineer works closely with test and launch teams to develop control systems for operational systems, automate control, and perform data acquisition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Distill system-level requirements into individual specifications and select appropriate solutions
• Design and implement LabVIEW control and program software for NI and other data acquisition hardware, mechanical and electrical control, and sensors (e.g., temperature, strain, etc.)
• Validate performance and effectively troubleshoot the systems associated with the LabVIEW program
• Serve on-console as part of the operations team during test and launch operations
• Write technical documentation: specifications, verification procedures, reports, etc.
• Design and implement data storage methodologies to protect data and enhance the engineering and operations teams’ assessment activities
• Test systems according to safety, environment, electrical, software and essential performance specifications
• Keep supervisor advised of work status, workload, problems, and progress as related to work assignments
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related degree. Experience may be substituted
• Expert in application, use, and programming of LabVIEW and MATLAB
• In-depth knowledge of real-time controls hardware and timing systems
• Familiarity with systems and software engineering processes

• Skilled in configuration control and preparing test plans and user documentation

• Able to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to communicate and disseminate information effectively

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Phantom, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Salary and Benefits

We are competitive in compensation and offer equity as part of the package. We have competitive benefits that include health, vision, dental, 401K in comparison to other startups.

ITAR Requirements: This position requires compliance with U.S. Government space technology trade restrictions, specifically the International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and additional regulations governing satellite, launch vehicle, missile, and other related technologies. All jobs restricted by these regulations will be contingent upon the applicant’s status as a documented U.S. Person or their ability to receive a trade license from the cognizant government agency; in addition to any required company background checks and in compliance with applicable U.S. laws. Similarly, positions requiring the ability to work on government contracts or a security clearance are also contingent upon the applicants ability to receive the appropriate clearance and be allowed to work on U.S. government contracts.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.