Radiation Effects Engineer at E-Space

Saratoga, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Satellite, Space TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of experience with radiation testing or analysis of electronic components
Working knowledge of radiation effects on semiconductors, including Total Ionizing Dose (TID), Single-Event Effects (SEE), and Displacement Damage (DD)
Working knowledge of Spacecraft Charging Effects and familiarity with NASA-HDBK-4002, NASA-STD-4005, or similar
Experience with Mission Environment Generation tools such as OMERE, SPENVIS, or similar
Experience preparing and executing radiation test campaigns in collaboration with an internal team and external laboratories
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical results clearly
Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD-883, ESCC, NASA, or ESA ECSS standards)
Travel required to support test campaigns
Extra points for
Bachelor’s or master's degree in electrical engineering, Physics, or related field
Experience with spaceborne systems or radiation-tolerant component design
Hands-on experience in lab testing or data analysis tools (LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python)
Experience with structural dose analysis and shielding optimization tools such as FASTRAD or similar
Experience with single event effects tools such as CREME96 or similar
Experience with particle i (incomplete)

Responsibilities

Coordinate with electrical design and systems engineering teams to identify electronic components requiring radiation characterization or qualification
Coordinate with mechanical and packaging teams to identify proper satellite structure design to mitigate dosing effects, single event effects, and spacecraft charging effects
Develop and maintain radiation test campaign plans — including test objectives, radiation source selection, test levels, sample selection, and acceptance criteria
Engage and manage test laboratories (e.g., heavy ion, proton, gamma, or Co-60 facilities), ensuring test setups and conditions meet project requirements
Prepare test articles and documentation in advance of test campaigns, including part and equipment lists, schematics, and biasing conditions
Oversee or conduct test execution, coordinating logistics, facility scheduling, and data acquisition
Analyze and interpret radiation test data, prepare reports, and communicate findings and design recommendations to internal stakeholders
Contribute to design reviews by providing expertise on radiation effects and mitigation strategies and guide component selection and structure design

Skills

Radiation Hardness Assurance

Radiation Testing

Heavy Ion Testing

Proton Testing

Gamma Testing

Co-60 Testing

Single Event Effects

Spacecraft Charging

Shielding Analysis

Radiation Test Campaigns

Electronic Components Qualification

Satellite Structure Design

E-Space

Deploys satellite systems for data insights

About E-Space

E-Space focuses on deploying small, easy-to-install devices that can be tracked and connected globally. Their main product, the E-Space LEO platform, utilizes Artificial Intelligence to enhance data transmission from these devices, providing insights and automation that improve upon traditional IoT capabilities. E-Space differentiates itself by redesigning spacecraft and satellite systems to lower costs, making space technology more accessible to a wide range of clients, including governments and businesses. The company is dedicated to sustainable practices and aims to lead in the development of environmentally friendly satellite constellations, using the data from their systems to inform decisions that protect the planet. Their revenue model is based on selling satellite systems and the data services derived from them.

Toulouse, FranceHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$48.6MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Social Impact, AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Continuous learning and development

Health and wellness care options

Financial solutions for the future

Optional legal services

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Risks

European startups in space tech pose competition, challenging E-Space's market position.

Integration of 5G NTN source code may lead to intellectual property disputes.

Expansion into Bahrain may face regulatory hurdles impacting satellite IoT service deployment.

Differentiation

E-Space offers a sustainable LEO satellite network for real-time communications and IoT services.

Their AIoT platform optimizes data for actionable insights, surpassing traditional IoT capabilities.

E-Space's redesign of satellite systems significantly reduces costs, making space tech more accessible.

Upsides

Integration of 5G NTN tech enhances E-Space's satellite payloads and connectivity solutions.

Partnership with Beyon aligns with Bahrain's Vision 2030, opening Middle East markets.

Expansion into Arlington aligns with economic incentives, enhancing U.S. operational base.

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