US Technical Director

Background

We are expanding in the US!

Ramon.Space is a leader in space-resilient computing infrastructure. Powered by its unique AI/ML processors, Ramon.Space’s software-empowered systems enable the realization of Earth-like space-resilient computing capabilities in space.

Ramon.Space has a proven track record in space since 2014, the company’s proven technology has already been deployed in space and used in over 50 deep space and satellite missions across the solar system – with zero failures, among them are missions with NASA and the European Space Agency.

We are a global start-up with 70 + employees based out of the UK, Israel and are now expanding in the further in the U.S.

Ramon.Space is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Leader to join our innovative team. In this role you will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for developing advanced digital satellite communication systems.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading multidisciplinary teams, specifically in developing embedded systems for space applications.

In this role you will have the opportunity to lead and grow a multidisciplinary team in the US to develop advanced digital satellite processing system for US-focused opportunities.

Experience with United States Space Force (USSF), Satellite Development Agency (SDA), or other U.S Government Agency is a significant advantage.

What you will be doing

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary US-based engineering team developing on-board processing solutions for satellite applications.
• Champion continued growth in the US through recruitment, new business activities, trade shows, and marketing.
• Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from inception to production, ensuring adherence to project timelines and milestones.
• Develop and implement engineering strategies, processes, and best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and performance.
• Collaborate closely with adjacent teams and departments to ensure seamless integration and delivery of projects.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering teams, encouraging the adoption of new technologies and methodologies.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Manage project resources, and risks, ensuring projects are delivered on time and spec.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence within the engineering teams.
• Mentor and develop engineering team members, providing guidance, training, and career development opportunities.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners to ensure transparency and alignment on project goals and status.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience with satellite or satellite subsystem manufacturing and/or digital payloads
• Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams developing embedded systems, particularly for space applications.
• Proven experience as technical lead for multidisciplinary project for on-board space processing solutions
• Strong knowledge of digital communication principles, Artificial Intelligence, or space-based on-board processing architectures
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and debug complex embedded systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and teamwork abilities, with a demonstrated history of effective collaboration across departments.
• Proven experience with Engineering Management, including managing resources and risks to ensure on-time and within-spec project delivery.
• Familiarity with space industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices related to satellite communication and embedded systems.
• Solid understanding of the interactions between electronics, firmware (FW), and software (SW) aspects in creating accurate system architecture.
• Knowledge of embedded systems hardware architecture, design patterns, and development methodologies.
• Knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and development methodologies.
• Understanding schematic capture and PCB layouts.
• Familiarity with radiation-hardened component selection and design practices for space applications.
• Will-do attitude for resolving problems, programming, complexity analytics and large-scale system design
• Experience working with on-board digital payloads and/or processors
• Experience working with customers in all stages of the program lifecycle
• Experience working with institutional and government customers, such as ESA, NASA, USSF, or other
• Ability to work and operate in a highly dynamic environment
• Ability to work concurrently with multiple groups in the organization

Advantages

• 10+ years of experience with satellite or satellite subsystem manufacturing and/or digital payloads
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in software development for embedded systems, preferably in space applications.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), software-defined radios (SDRs), or FPGA programming.
• Experience in system engineering, focusing on the overall design and architecture of satellite communication systems.
• Experience with FPGA toolchains and ecosystems.
• Experience in executing a United States Space Force (USSF), Satellite Development Agency (SDA), or other U.S Government Agency program