Description
Summary
Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.
Terran Orbital is seeking a motivated Sr. Principal Engineer - Motor Controls to join our growing team. Reporting to the Integrated Product Team Lead for Reaction Wheels, the Sr. Motor Controls Engineer, will work within a multidisciplinary team to develop and support the design, prototype, qualification and sustainment of innovative components and modules for various spacecraft.
Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Design of Brushless DC Motor controls
• Design of Servo Control Systems incorporating position feedback and measurement systems
• Experience developing field-oriented control and knowing what applications benefit from this method.
• Design and develop Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA)
• Develop, maintain, and update analytical and control models in C/C , MATLAB, and Simulink
• Create analytical models of analog / power circuits utilizing industry standard tools such as SPICE or derivatives.
• Design control loops and analyze stability of linear control systems.
• Support Design for Electromagnetic Interference and Compatibility
• Support Motor and Component selection, debugging and troubleshooting.
• Develop test plans through development, qualification, characterization, and acceptance testing.
• Provide input on design timelines and cost estimates for new programs and initiatives.
• Participate in debugging, testing, and verification activities for components and modules.
• Experience specifying and design Ground Support Equipment to test individual PCBAs and fully integrated motor systems showing requirement compliance.
• Work on simultaneous project tasks ensuring that design deliverables and delivery milestones are met.
• Contribute to technical guidance and direction to the project team
• Contribute to Process Development and Continuous Improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline
• 15 years of relevant experience working with Motors and Motor Controls
• Extensive experience working with and applying VHDL and/or Verilog design on FPGA devices.
• Working knowledge of code development processes and methods
• Detail oriented, ability to identify design/manufacturing/procurement issues

• Ability to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team environment
• Able to effectively work on multiple projects running in parallel
• Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills

Additional Differentiators

• Working knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, TCL, Perl
• Experience developing and working with Serial interfaces such as SPI, I2C, RS-422
• Experience working with Firmware Code Repositories such as GIT or Bitbucket
• Basic software development skills using C/C for System on a Chip within the FPGA
• Experience using Simscape Electrical and HDL Coder.
• Ability to work within a dynamic and team centric environment and support various multi-disciplinary engineering groups
• Experience working with related space and/or aerospace applications

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• Employee Equity Incentive Program
• 401(k) Match
• Unlimited PTO

Salary Range $170,000-$230,000
Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity for each employee, 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, unlimited flex time off, covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!
About Terran Orbital
Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com
Physical Demands
An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.
Work Environment
The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.
Disclaimers
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.
Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].