Director of Avionics Hardware Development

the team and mission cadence scale Collaborate cross-functionally with flight software, GNC, structures, thermal, integration & test, and mission operations to define system architecture and resolve interface challenges Anchor hardware designs to derived

requirements and engineering objectives, perform trades and analyses (link budgets, power models, EMC assessments) to retire risk early Production & Scaling Hit Varda production milestones to maintain and increase mission cadence Build and advocate for infrastructure to support environmental testing, component qualification, and manufacturing at scale Develop robust work instructions, test software suites, and reliable test execution to transition designs from development to repeatable, high-rate production Team Building & Mentorship Grow and lead the avionics hardware team - recruit top talent, set team structure, and allocate resources to meet company objectives Mentor engineers at all levels, investing in their technical development and career growth Foster a collaborative, high-ownership culture where engineers operate with autonomy and urgency

Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field 10+ years of experience developing electronic hardware for mission-critical applications in harsh environments (space, aviation, defense, or robotics) Demonstrated experience leading and managing multi-disciplinary hardware engineering teams (5+ direct/indirect reports) Deep technical fluency across at least three of: power electronics, compute, RF, mixed-signal design, or GNC sensor and actuators Track record driving hardware through the full product lifecycle - from

requirements and architecture through qualification, manufacturing, and operations Experience with environmental test campaigns (thermal cycling, TVAC, vibe, shock, EMI/EMC) and space qualification standards Preferred Experience at a high-cadence aerospace organization Hands-on experience with spacecraft avionics systems - flight computers, power distribution, RF communications, GPS, IMUs, reaction wheels, or similar Experience scaling a hardware team or product line from prototype to production volumes Pay Range Salary range: $192,500-$245,971 This role is on-site in El Segundo, CA Leveling and base salary are determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance You will be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options and/or long-term cash awards ITAR

Requirements Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. At present, some of our technology to which employees have access requires a license to be exported to individuals other than “U.S. Persons” as defined in U.S. export regulations. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our current policy is to only hire “U.S. persons” who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license. “US person” means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum in the U.S.) Learn more about the ITAR here .

Benefits Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field working by your side Equity in a fully funded space startup with potential for significant growth (interns excluded) 401(k) matching (interns excluded) Unlimited PTO (interns excluded) Health insurance, including Vision and Dental Lunch and snacks provided on site every day. Dinners provided twice a week. Maternity / Paternity leave (interns excluded) Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit,

qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, martial status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. E-Verify Statement Varda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program. E-Verify Notice Right To Work Notice Read more Read more

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