Principal Electrical Engineer at Red Six Aerospace

Boulder, Colorado, United States

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$180,000 – $210,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Defense, Augmented RealityIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical design for complex hardware systems
  • Strong expertise in high-speed digital design (e.g., DDR3/DDR4, PCIe, USB 3.0, DisplayPort)
  • Strong expertise in mixed-signal circuit design, FPGAs, SoCs, embedded systems
  • Strong expertise in analog and power circuitry for aerospace-grade equipment
  • Proven experience designing to MIL-STD-704 and understanding of related standards
  • Proficient in analyzing system performance and applying corrective actions through simulation and empirical methods
  • Familiarity with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, power analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc
  • Hands-on experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium preferred)
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and capable of obtaining a security clearance
  • Preferred: Familiarity with FPGA development concepts, including RTL design and verification (VHDL/Verilog), timing closure and constraints, IP core integration and system-on-chip design flows
  • Preferred: Demonstrated experience working directly with PCB fabrication houses and contract manufacturers

Responsibilities

  • Architect, design, and develop electrical hardware for rugged, airborne applications
  • Execute and maintain the entire electrical hardware lifecycle: design, simulation, schematic capture, PCB layout, bring-up, debug, and integration
  • Translate high-level system requirements into detailed electrical hardware specifications
  • Ensure compliance with MIL-STD-704 for power system interface design, including protection against voltage transients, frequency deviations, and other input power anomalies
  • Develop verification strategies and test plans that demonstrate compliance with electrical and environmental requirements (e.g., EMI, thermal, vibration)
  • Evaluate and select components based on performance, availability, and MIL-spec compliance
  • Contribute to system architecture reviews and risk analyses (e.g., FMEA, fault tree)
  • Create and maintain rigorous design documentation, including block diagrams, schematics and test reports
  • Collaborate with mechanical, software, systems, and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless integration and system-level performance
  • Interface with fabrication houses and contract manufacturers to ensure successful board builds, first article reviews, and production ramp
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers; participate in design reviews and foster knowledge sharing
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement and optimization of engineering workflows, tools, and standards as the company scales
  • Ensure DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFT (Design for Testability) principles are applied throughout the design process

Skills

PCB Layout
Schematic Capture
Circuit Architecture
MIL-STD-704
Power System Design
EMI Compliance
Thermal Analysis
Vibration Testing
Hardware Integration
Component Selection
Hardware Debug
Bring-up Testing

Red Six Aerospace

Augmented reality for military training solutions

About Red Six Aerospace

Red Six Aerospace specializes in advanced training solutions using augmented reality technology designed for outdoor and dynamic environments. Their products enhance military training by providing realistic and immersive experiences that improve situational awareness and decision-making skills. Unlike many competitors, Red Six focuses specifically on the defense sector, offering tailored tools that meet the unique needs of military clients. The company's goal is to redefine training methods in the military by integrating digital content with real-world scenarios, ensuring that personnel are better prepared for various operational challenges.

Orlando, FloridaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$107.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
VR & AR, DefenseIndustries
51-200Employees

Risks

Competition from established defense contractors like Boeing threatens market share.
Dependency on large defense contracts poses financial risks if not renewed.
Rapid AR technological advancements could lead to obsolescence without innovation.

Differentiation

Red 6 offers AR technology for outdoor and dynamic military training environments.
Their ATARS system allows real-time interaction with virtual entities during flight.
Red 6's technology reduces the need for live aircraft and instructors in training.

Upsides

Successful RAF demonstration highlights cost-saving benefits of Red 6's AR technology.
Strategic partnerships with Boeing and BAE Systems enhance market acceptance.
$70M Series B funding boosts Red 6's development and scaling capabilities.

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