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Plasma Engineer (Product R&D)
20k-28k · 13 months📍 Shuofang Tower, Changping, Beijing
Own design optimization, testing, and system integration for plasma products.
Responsibilities:
- Design optimization, testing, and system integration for plasma products per requirements;
- Prepare and maintain related technical documentation;
- Collaborate with software/hardware teammates to resolve R&D issues.
Requirements:
- Master's degree or above in low-temperature plasma physics, gas discharge, electric propulsion, hollow cathode materials, or related fields;
- 3+ years of experience (graduate research counted equivalently);
- Familiar with low-temperature plasma/gas discharge theory and applications;
- Proficient with plasma simulation tools;
- Experience in plasma technology, diagnostics, or related engineering projects;
Nice to have:
- Expertise in a specific electric propulsion application;
- Experience developing or applying plasma diagnostic probes;
- Published results in related topics;
- Background in aerospace or plasma applications.
Keywords: low-temperature plasma · gas discharge · electric propulsion · hollow cathode · plasma probe
Send CV to hr@starthermatech.com, subject “Plasma Engineer - Your Name”.
Hardware Engineer (Sensor R&D)
18k-25k · 13 months📍 Shuofang Tower, Changping, Beijing
Design and optimize electronics for plasma measurement sensors; component selection and system integration.
Responsibilities:
- Design/optimize electronics for plasma measurement sensors; component selection and integration;
- Optimize electronics for other measurement devices;
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation;
- Install and debug electrical systems for products;
- Work with mechanical and software teams to deliver new products.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or above (or equivalent ability) in electronics, electrical automation, measurement & instrumentation, or related majors;
- 3+ years of experience (graduate research counted equivalently);
- Skilled in analog/digital circuit debugging; solid low-level electronics knowledge;
- Proficient with eplan or similar design tools;
- Able to design, select, and integrate circuits independently;
- Solid foundation and experience in hardware circuit design;
Nice to have:
- Familiar with Ethernet, RS232/485, CAN, USB protocols;
- Experience with PLC/LabVIEW or similar host systems;
- Background in plasma-related disciplines;
- Sensor R&D/application experience;
- Experience with vacuum/plasma/RF devices;
- Aerospace or defense industry experience.
Keywords: hardware engineer · circuit design · aerospace
Send CV to hr@starthermatech.com, subject “Hardware Engineer - Your Name”.
Space Power Electronics Engineer (Power Electronics)
Negotiable📍 Shuofang Tower, Changping, Beijing
Design and optimize power supply hardware from concept through prototyping and iterative refinement.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in power supply hardware product design and implementation, covering requirements understanding, solution evaluation, prototype debugging, and iterative optimization
- Design switching power supply circuits including component selection, schematic/PCB design, prototype debugging, issue diagnosis and resolution
- Support product-level testing and verification (efficiency, ripple, dynamic response, reliability), deliver design and test documentation
- Collaborate with structure, process, and testing teams to deliver projects on schedule and continuously improve manufacturability and maintainability
- Track industry solutions and components to continuously improve product performance and engineering maturity
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or above in electrical engineering, electronics, automation, power electronics, or related fields
- R&D experience in switching power supplies/power electronics, capable of independently driving hardware design and debugging
- Familiar with common power supply topologies and control methods, with practical understanding of stability, noise/ripple, protection strategies
- Proficient in at least one EDA tool for schematic and PCB design (e.g., Altium/AD), with good layout/routing practices
- Strong hands-on debugging and problem analysis skills, capable of using oscilloscope, electronic load, power supply, multimeter, and other common instruments
- Good documentation habits and communication/collaboration skills
Nice to have:
- Experience with high-reliability/harsh-environment power products
- EMI/EMC debugging experience or awareness
- Magnetic component design/evaluation or thermal design experience
- Mass production introduction or engineering delivery experience (DFM/DFT, process collaboration)
We Offer:
- Participate in challenging power product R&D projects
- High growth potential with full-loop exposure (design-debug-verification-engineering)
- Competitive salary negotiable based on skills and experience
Keywords: switching power supply · power electronics · PCB design · space power · EMI/EMC
Send CV to hr@starthermatech.com, subject \"Power Engineer - Your Name\".
Hall Thruster Propellant Feed System Engineer (Propulsion Supply & Plumbing)
Negotiable📍 Shuofang Tower, Changping, Beijing
Design and implement propellant feed systems for electric propulsion (Hall thrusters), covering requirements decomposition, solution evaluation, detailed design, integration, testing, and delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Design and implement propellant feed systems for electric propulsion (Hall thrusters), covering requirements decomposition, solution evaluation, detailed design, integration, testing, and delivery closure
- Participate in component selection and interface definition for propulsion gas paths/feed systems (valves, regulators, flow control, filters, plumbing connections, etc.), and complete system-level configuration and design output
- Evaluate plumbing layout and assembly process feasibility, integrate and debug propulsion systems, identify and resolve gas supply issues (flow stability, response, leaks, contamination, etc.)
- Support ground testing and verification work, organize test data and produce necessary technical documentation and deliverables
- Collaborate with thruster body, testing, structure, and thermal control teams to deliver projects on schedule and continuously improve reliability and maintainability
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or above in aerospace, mechanical, fluid dynamics, vacuum, automation, or related fields
- R&D or engineering experience with propulsion systems/gas path systems/vacuum systems, capable of independently driving subsystem design and integration
- Familiar with common gas supply/control components and their engineering applications, with system-level thinking (performance, reliability, maintainability, manufacturability)
- Strong hands-on experimental skills and problem analysis capabilities, able to conduct leak detection, flow/pressure testing, system debugging, and fault diagnosis
- Good documentation skills and cross-team communication abilities
Nice to have:
- Experience with Hall thrusters, cold gas propulsion, or electric propulsion ground testing
- Knowledge of cleanliness/contamination control, material compatibility, vacuum system engineering (pumping, outgassing, bakeout, etc.)
- Experience with high-pressure gas systems, pressure vessels, plumbing assembly and inspection
- Familiar with common engineering standards/processes (reviews, verification, test records, configuration management, etc.)
We Offer:
- Opportunity to participate in real electric propulsion system R&D and testing with clear career growth path
- Complete R&D-testing-delivery loop environment with high technical density
- Competitive salary negotiable based on skills and experience
Keywords: Hall thruster · propellant feed system · gas path · vacuum system · electric propulsion
Send CV to hr@starthermatech.com, subject \"Propulsion Feed Engineer - Your Name\".