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Develop and maintain embedded firmware for spacecraft subsystems, implementing low-level drivers, communication protocols, real-time control, and fault-tolerant features. Support board bring-up, hardware integration, HIL testing, automated validation tools, and cross-disciplinary debugging and anomaly investigations throughout development and on-orbit operations.

Lead prediction and management of aerodynamic heating for launch vehicle ascent and re-entry. Run viscous, reacting-flow CFD, define aeroheating environments and boundary conditions, size TPS, manage aeroheating databases, plan and correlate ground/flight tests, and communicate results across multidisciplinary teams.

Own full-cycle recruiting for technical, manufacturing, operational, and business-critical roles. Source passive candidates, build pipelines, manage ATS hygiene, coordinate interviews, drive candidate experience, partner with hiring managers and leadership, and close competitive hires for deep‑tech and aerospace roles.

Manage optics lab operations, safety, and documentation while supporting optical system builds, precision alignment, integration, and verification. Operate test equipment (OSAs, power meters, oscilloscopes, BER testers, beam profilers), execute formal test procedures, support field demos and environmental testing, and coordinate facilities and laser safety compliance.