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Senior Electrical Engineer

San Francisco💼 Full-time💰 $145,000–$145,000🗓 2026-09-18 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead architecture and design for satellite avionics subsystems including internal communication, power distribution, sensor aggregation, and flight computer systems.

Role type

Senior IC Electrical Engineer (Avionics)

Builds

Space-grade avionics hardware for high-orbit satellites

Domain

Aerospace / Satellite Communications

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

Analog/mixed-signal circuit design, Board-level hardware design, Schematic capture and layout, Simulation, DFx, Bringup, Verification, Qualification, C/C++/Python, Embedded systems

Preferred skills

Signal conditioning, Sensors, Electro-mechanical actuators, Power switches, FPGAs, Microcontrollers, Communication schemes (RS-485, SPI, Ethernet, I2C), Radiation effects knowledge, Environmental test experience, Team leadership

Technologies

FPGAs, Microcontrollers, C, C++, Python, RS-485, SPI, Ethernet, I2C

Responsibilities

Architect and design space and radiation-tolerant electronics, Drive electronics design from concept to qualification, Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, thermal, software, RF, GNC), Ensure designs are manufacturable and meet quality needs, Develop and maintain project schedules, Assist in recruiting and hiring teammates

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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