The Role
Lead end-to-end design, analysis, verification, and flight-readiness of high-speed digital PCBAs for LEO satellites. Collaborate across electrical, software, and systems teams, perform schematic capture and PCB layout, run signal integrity and timing simulations, support manufacturing, testing and in-orbit readiness.
Summary Generated by Built In
Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!
E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.
We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.
Why this role is important
The Staff Satellite Electrical Engineer for Digital Circuits will participate in all aspects of the development and
test of avionics digital processing hardware for E-Space satellites. The ideal candidate has 15+ years of
experience in electrical hardware design including schematic capture, PCB layout, and testing.
This position will report to the Director of Electrical Engineering and will work closely with the Electrical,
Software, and Systems Engineering teams. The successful candidate will be based in our Saratoga, CA office.
What you’ll be doing:
- Own digital PCBA development from blank sheet to flight.
- Develop PCBA requirements, architectures, and con-ops in collaboration with other engineering disciplines.
- Schematic capture and PCB layout of complex high speed digital processing PCBAs using Altium Designer.
- Circuit analysis and simulations including signal integrity, timing, SWaP, tolerance, and reliability.
- PCBA design verification testing and system integration testing.
- Manufacturing and flight support as needed.
What you bring to this role:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
- 15+ years of experience in digital or mixed signal electronics design including schematic capture, PCB layout, and testing.
- Design proficiency with processors, FPGAs, SoCs, memory, high speed data interfaces, switch mode power supplies, clocking, etc.
- Skilled at schematic capture and layout of complex HDI PCBs.
- Skilled at performing circuit simulations and analysis for signal integrity, timing, size/mass, power, etc. Preferred tools include HyperLynx, Spice, silicon vendor supplied planning tools (ex Vivado).
- Proficiency with basic electronic lab equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, soldering iron, etc.
- Demonstrated success working in a dynamic environment.
Bonus points for the following:
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
- Experience designing for space environments including radiation impacts and mitigation.
- Familiarity with Altium Designer
- RF and transmission line design and simulation skills.
- Experience designing rigid-flex PCBs and general electro-mechanical design familiarity.
- FPGA or software design skills.
This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Saratoga office. The target base pay for this position is $150,000 - $220,000 annually. The total compensation packaged will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used—so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed.
E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.
Why E-Space is right for you:
As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.
We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space:
• An opportunity to really make a difference
• Sustainability at our core
• Fair and honest workplace
• Innovative thinking is encouraged
• Competitive salaries
• Continuous learning and development
• Health and wellness care options
• Financial solutions for the future
• Optional legal services (US only)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
- 15+ years experience in digital or mixed-signal electronics design including schematic capture, PCB layout, and testing
- Own digital PCBA development from blank sheet to flight; develop PCBA requirements, architectures, and con-ops
- Schematic capture and PCB layout of complex high-speed digital processing PCBAs using Altium Designer
- Circuit analysis and simulations including signal integrity, timing, SWaP, tolerance, and reliability
- Design proficiency with processors, FPGAs, SoCs, memory, high-speed data interfaces, switch-mode power supplies, and clocking
- Skilled at schematic capture and layout of complex HDI PCBs
- Proficiency with electronic lab equipment (power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, soldering)
- PCBA design verification testing, system integration testing, manufacturing and flight support
- Based in Saratoga, CA office (on-site)
- Must have work authorization for the role location; employer does not provide visa sponsorship
- Preferred tools: HyperLynx, SPICE, silicon vendor planning tools (e.g., Vivado)
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
- Experience designing for space environments including radiation impacts and mitigation
- RF and transmission line design and simulation skills
- Experience designing rigid-flex PCBs and electro-mechanical design familiarity
- FPGA or software design skills
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The Company
What We Do
E-Space is a global space company focused on bridging Earth and space with the most sustainable low earth orbit (LEO) network that is expected to reach over one hundred thousand multi-application communication satellites to help businesses and governments securely and affordably access the power of space to solve problems on Earth. Founded by industry pioneer Greg Wyler, E-Space is focused on democratizing space and transforming industries by bringing down the cost of space-based communications, raising the level of satellite system resiliency and setting a new standard in sustainable space infrastructure that will effectively minimize and reduce space debris and destruction while preserving access to space for future generations.
