Electrical Engineer - Space Systems

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Electrical Engineer – Build Power and Control Systems for Next Generation Spacecraft!

Los Angeles, CA | On-Site

A rapidly scaling aerospace organization is developing advanced electric propulsion and power systems that enable high-performance operations in Very Low Earth Orbit as well as future spacecraft platforms. Their technology is focused on improving maneuverability, extending mission life, and reducing operational cost for both commercial and government space missions. As an Electrical Engineer, you will help design and deliver the core electronics that power these propulsion systems and support spacecraft integration.

In this role, you will take ownership of power electronics, embedded control hardware, and high voltage systems that form the backbone of propulsion architectures.

We are an early-stage aerospace engineering company focused on high-efficiency electric propulsion, spacecraft power systems, and advanced control electronics. Our team brings deep experience in plasma propulsion, embedded systems, energy conversion, and integrated spacecraft engineering. We operate with a fast-moving, collaborative culture where engineers have ownership across concept development, prototyping, validation, and flight hardware delivery. With growing interest in VLEO missions and next-generation spacecraft, we are expanding our engineering team and technical capabilities.

• Design and develop power electronics and control systems that support VLEO propulsion hardware and future spacecraft subsystems
• Build high voltage converters, switching modules, and power distribution units that drive propulsive and auxiliary electrical loads
• Develop embedded control boards and sensor interfaces supporting ignition, discharge control, thermal regulation, and VLEO specific requirements
• Prototype circuits and assemblies, perform bring-up testing, evaluate performance data, and iterate designs rapidly
• Write embedded control software and automation scripts in C, C++, or Python to support telemetry, system monitoring, and test automation
• Conduct derating analysis, worst case circuit evaluation, and reliability assessments suitable for launch and orbital environments
• Collaborate closely with propulsion, avionics, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical hardware
• Support qualification campaigns including vibration, thermal vacuum, thermal cycling, and EMI or EMC testing
• Prepare technical documentation, design reviews, test reports, and internal development packages
• Contribute to build readiness through fixture design, vendor coordination, and production test planning

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
• 3+ years of experience working in power electronics, embedded control systems, or high voltage electrical hardware
• Experience designing analog and digital circuits and developing high voltage systems for demanding environments
• Proficiency with Python and C++ for embedded development, automation, or test scripting
• Hands‑on experience with microcontrollers, hardware‑software interfaces, and data acquisition systems
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and lab‑based testing skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, collaborative, and hands‑on engineering culture

• Background working with plasma propulsion, ion propulsion, VLEO systems, or high energy electrical technologies
• Experience supporting flight‑qualified hardware, ruggedized electronics, and EMI or EMC compliant designs
• Familiarity with PCB layout tools such as Altium, KiCad, or OrCAD
• Understanding of spacecraft power architecture, avionics integration, or system‑level verification workflows
• Prior experience in a startup or rapid iteration engineering environment with end‑to‑end ownership

• Build electronics that enable emerging VLEO missions and future spacecraft platforms
• Hands‑on ownership from concept through test, qualification, and flight readiness
• Work in a collaborative environment focused on solving hard engineering problems
• Strong career growth opportunities with exposure across propulsion, avionics, and spacecraft systems
• Competitive benefits including career advancement, technical growth, and fast‑moving flexible work environment, medical, dental, vision benefits, equity participation, and performance incentives

$100,000 - $160,000

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Defense and Space Manufacturing, Space Research and Technology, Manufacturing