Senior Electrical Hardware Design Engineer

🏢 Summary: Senior Mixed Signal Electrical Engineer role focused on designing and maturing advanced electrical prototypes for space systems, including custom motor controllers, embedded systems, and power electronics for flight-ready applications. The position involves analog and digital circuit design, PCB development, testing, debugging, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced aerospace startup environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field, 7+ years of hands-on electrical engineering experience, Experience developing hardware for aerospace, defense, robotics, or similar industries, Experience designing analog circuitry, Experience designing digital circuitry and output drivers, Experience working with embedded systems, Proficiency in circuit design, schematic creation, and component selection, Experience with schematic and PCB design tools, Experience building and testing electrical systems or prototypes, Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals and system integration, Ability to troubleshoot circuits and debug hardware, Hands-on experience with lab equipment, Experience collaborating with PCB fabrication and assembly vendors, Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment, U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or eligibility under ITAR regulations, Ability to obtain or maintain Government Security Clearance 📃 Skills: Altium, PCB, Embedded, C, Microcontrollers, Sensors, Electronics, Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Power, Schematics, ICDs, BOMs, Debugging, Testing, Circuitry 🏢 Description: A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Drones have fundamentally changed the nature of conflict and maneuver. The next theater to be changed by drone technology is space. Space Kinetic is a space technology startup company building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of drone technology to space missions without relying on consumable fuel. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week.Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, anda high levelof commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space. Position Overview: The Senior Electrical Engineer, Power Electronics & Embedded Systems (Mixed Signal) will play a critical role in designing, building, and maturing prototypes for Space Kinetic's core technology. You will design systems that process both analog and digital signals and bridge the gap between real-world physical inputs like pressure and temperature sensors and the processor in an embedded system. With your knowledge of analog electronics, you will design signal conditioning circuitry and with additional knowledge of discrete electronic components and integrated circuits, you will help design actuator controllers like the driver circuitry required in a motor controller and the interfaces to power electronics. You will support the team in refining the electrical architecture of the current prototype and driving the system closer to a flight-ready configuration with each iteration.Your first project will involve a custom motor controller with power levels never before implemented in space and an electromechanical system with novel energy recycling functions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking concepts from schematic to hardware, solving complex electrical challenges, and working closely with mechanical and manufacturing teams to bring cutting-edge space hardware to life. What You'll Do: Design, develop, and build electrical prototypes for Space Kinetic's core technology. Refine and finalize the current prototype's electrical design to support all phases of prototype maturation. Undertake and complete circuit design tasks, generate detailed schematics, and perform component selection aligned with environmental and system requirements. Apply detailed tolerancing, design-for-manufacture principles, and thorough documentation across all electrical prototype phases. Support PCB layout design and coordinate with external vendors for fabrication and assembly of PCB components. Collaborate closely with the Space Kinetic manufacturing and engineering team to integrate electrical systems into mechanical assemblies. Verify and validate your electrical designs through testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and iteration to improve system reliability and performance. Actively participate in design reviews, contribute to system-level engineering discussions, and ensure the electrical subsystem progresses toward flight-readiness. Support the creation and maintenance of electrical documentation, including BOMs, wiring diagrams, interface control documents (ICDs), and test procedures. Ensure each design iteration moves the system closer to a flight-ready prototype aligned with Space Kinetic's 2-year flight demonstration goal. What It Takes: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematic) field. Experience developing hardware for aerospace, defense, robotics, or similarly rigorous applications. A minimum of 7 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience, ideally involving prototype development. Experience designing analog circuitry such as signal conditioning circuitry. Experience designing digital circuitry and output drivers such as gate drivers and motor drivers. Experience working with embedded systems. Proficiency in circuit design, schematic creation, and component selection. Experience working with Schematic / PCB design tools (e.g., Altium). Demonstrated experience building and testing electrical systems or prototypes. Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals, wiring practices, and system integration. Ability to troubleshoot circuits, debug hardware, and iterate rapidly. Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, logic analyzers). Experience collaborating with vendors for PCB fabrication and assembly. Excellent documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving requirements. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder). Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance. Preferred Qualifications A minimum of 9 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience. Experience in developing embedded systems. Experience in developing power electronics. Experience with the C programming language. Knowledge of field-oriented controls, microcontrollers, sensors, and power electronics. Experience with environmental or functional testing of electrical systems. *Our vision is unique, and so is the team we're building. If you're driven to succeed in this role, even if your background doesn't fully align with every qualification, we want your application. Where You'll Be: The position will be on site at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA. What We Offer: Competitive Base Salary + Equity-Based Compensation Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here Equal Employment Opportunity: Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades aredeterminedby role, level, location, and alignment with market data.Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity. Pay Range $140,000 – $180,000The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity. Pay Range$140,000—$180,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Electrical Engineer role focused on designing and maturing electrical prototypes for advanced space systems, including circuit design, PCB development, testing, and system integration for flight-ready aerospace hardware. The position involves close collaboration with manufacturing and engineering teams in a fast-paced onsite startup environment. Candidates must have hands-on electrical engineering experience, motor control expertise, and eligibility under U.S. export regulations. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field, 3–5 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience, Experience designing three phase field-oriented controllers, Proficiency in circuit design and schematic creation, Experience with PCB and schematic design tools, Experience building and testing electrical systems or prototypes, Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals and system integration, Ability to troubleshoot circuits and debug hardware, Experience coordinating with PCB fabrication and assembly vendors, Ability to obtain or maintain Government Security Clearance, U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident under export regulations 📃 Skills: Altium, PCB, Schematics, Electronics, Microcontrollers, Sensors, Power, DFM, DFT, Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, LogicAnalyzers, Wiring, Debugging, Testing, BOMs, ICDs 🏢 Description: A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small number of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space. Position Overview: The Electrical Engineer will play a critical role in designing, building, and maturing prototypes for Space Kinetic's core technology. You will support the team in refining the electrical architecture of the current prototype and driving the system closer to a flight-ready configuration with each iteration. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking concepts from schematic to hardware, solving complex electrical challenges, and working closely with mechanical and manufacturing teams to bring cutting-edge space hardware to life. We are exploring electrical engineering opportunities in New Mexico and welcome qualified candidates interested in supporting innovative aerospace programs to connect with us for potential future roles. What You'll Do: - Design, develop, and build electrical prototypes for Space Kinetic's core technology. - Refine and finalize the current prototype's electrical design to support all phases of prototype maturation. - Undertake and complete circuit design tasks, generate detailed schematics, and perform component selection aligned with environmental and system requirements. - Apply detailed tolerancing, design-for-manufacture principles, and thorough documentation across all electrical prototype phases. - Support PCB layout design and coordinate with external vendors for fabrication and assembly of PCB components. - Collaborate closely with the manufacturing and engineering team to integrate electrical systems into mechanical assemblies. - Verify and validate electrical designs through testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and iteration to improve system reliability and performance. - Participate in design reviews, contribute to system-level engineering discussions, and ensure the electrical subsystem progresses toward flight-readiness. - Support the creation and maintenance of electrical documentation, including BOMs, wiring diagrams, interface control documents (ICDs), and test procedures. - Ensure each design iteration moves the system closer to a flight-ready prototype aligned with the 2-year flight demonstration goal. What It Takes: - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related STEM field. - Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience, ideally involving prototype development. - Experience designing three phase field-oriented controllers for bidirectional motor drives. - Proficiency in circuit design, schematic creation, and component selection. - Experience working with schematic and PCB design tools such as Altium. - Demonstrated experience building and testing electrical systems or prototypes. - Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals, wiring practices, and system integration. - Ability to troubleshoot circuits, debug hardware, and iterate rapidly. - Experience collaborating with vendors for PCB fabrication and assembly. - Excellent documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. - Ability to build and maintain a network of talented individuals. - Organizational and planning skills. - Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance. What We'd Love: - Experience developing hardware for aerospace, defense, robotics, or similarly rigorous applications. - Familiarity with design-for-manufacture (DFM), design-for-test (DFT), and tolerance analysis. - Knowledge of embedded systems, field oriented controls, microcontrollers, sensors, and power electronics. - Experience with environmental or functional testing of electrical systems. - Hands-on experience with lab equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and logic analyzers. - Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving requirements. Where You'll Be: The position will be onsite at the Albuquerque, New Mexico facility. What We Offer: - Competitive Base Salary + Equity-Based Compensation - Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar - Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage - Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure - Health and Wellness Stipend - Commuter Benefits ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Equal Employment Opportunity: Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

🏢 Summary: Lead Systems Engineer role focused on owning launch vehicle system requirements, architecture development, and system-level integration for advanced space missions. The position involves leading multidisciplinary teams, managing verification and validation, and supporting launch campaigns and flight operations. This is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role in a fast-paced aerospace environment requiring security clearance eligibility. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering or related field, 10+ years of engineering experience in aerospace, defense, launch vehicles, spacecraft, missile, or high-reliability systems, Experience developing and managing system requirements, Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams, Experience with system integration, verification, and validation, Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycle development, U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (export regulations compliance), Ability to obtain and maintain Government Security Clearance 📃 Skills: MBSE, Cameo, MagicDraw, Capella, DOORS, Jama, ICDs, SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR, GNC, Avionics, Propulsion, SystemsEngineering, Verification, Validation 🏢 Description: A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space. What You'll Do: We are seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to be a key contributor to our current programs. Own the development, allocation, and management of launch vehicle system requirements. Lead vehicle-level architecture development and system design trades. Define and maintain requirements traceability from mission objectives through subsystem implementation and verification. Coordinate technical activities across propulsion, structures, avionics, software, GNC, manufacturing, and test organizations. Lead system-level integration efforts and identify interface requirements between vehicle subsystems. Develop and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs), system specifications, and verification plans. Support design reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR, and other program milestones. Lead technical risk identification, mitigation planning, and resolution activities. Support anomaly investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions during testing and flight operations. Define system verification and validation strategies and ensure successful execution. Support launch campaigns, integrated vehicle testing, and flight readiness activities. Serve as a technical leader and mentor for systems engineering processes and best practices. What It Takes: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical discipline. 10+ years of engineering experience with complex aerospace, defense, launch vehicle, spacecraft, missile, or high-reliability systems. Experience developing and managing system requirements. Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams. Experience with system integration, verification, and validation activities. Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycle development. Excellent communication and technical leadership skills. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder). Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance is required. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Engineering or related technical field. Experience with launch vehicles, spacecraft, satellites, missile systems, or defense aerospace programs. Experience leading System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), and Critical Design Reviews (CDR). Experience developing and managing Interface Control Documents (ICDs). Familiarity with MBSE tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, Capella, or similar platforms. Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, or equivalent. Understanding of mission analysis, flight operations, and launch vehicle architecture. Experience supporting flight test programs and launch campaigns. Active security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one. What We'd Love: Strong systems thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to balance technical detail with vehicle-level decision making. Comfort working across organizational boundaries and engineering disciplines. Strong ownership mentality and ability to drive issues to closure. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment where rapid iteration and execution are critical. Where You'll Be: The position is onsite at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA. What We Offer: Equity-Based Compensation Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure Health and Wellness Stipend Commuter Benefits ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Equal Employment Opportunity: Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on interviews, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity. Pay Range $90,000—$110,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Technical recruiting role focused on building engineering and leadership teams for a space technology startup developing advanced space operations systems. The position involves full-cycle recruiting across aerospace, avionics, software, propulsion, manufacturing, and mission operations disciplines in a fast-paced onsite environment. Candidates should have strong sourcing expertise, experience hiring specialized technical talent, and familiarity with aerospace, defense, or deep-tech sectors. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience, Experience hiring engineers and technical professionals, Experience building teams in aerospace, defense, robotics, autonomous systems, space, or deep-tech sectors, Strong sourcing experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, referrals, networking, and direct outreach, Track record hiring specialized technical talent, Strong communication and candidate-closing skills, Ability to work onsite in El Segundo, CA, Eligibility to comply with ITAR regulations 📃 Skills: LinkedIn, Recruiting, Sourcing, Avionics, GNC, Propulsion, Manufacturing, Software, Systems, Networking 🏢 Description: Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attritable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small number of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a one-to-many system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space. What You'll Do: Space Kinetic is seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to help build the team that will redefine how humanity operates in space. This individual will serve as a strategic talent partner to engineering and leadership teams, leading full-cycle recruiting efforts across highly technical disciplines including spacecraft systems, avionics, software, GNC, propulsion, manufacturing, test, and mission operations. The ideal candidate has experience scaling teams at venture-backed aerospace, defense, or deep-tech companies and understands how to identify, engage, and close world-class engineering talent in highly competitive markets. This role requires exceptional sourcing ability, strong technical fluency, and the ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced startup environment. Basic Responsibilities: Full-Cycle Technical Recruiting - Own end-to-end recruiting processes across engineering, operations, and leadership roles - Develop sourcing strategies to identify exceptional candidates from aerospace, defense, robotics, autonomous systems, and adjacent industries - Manage candidate pipelines from initial outreach through offer acceptance and onboarding Space Industry Talent Acquisition - Leverage existing networks across the commercial space, defense, and advanced technology ecosystems - Identify and recruit top talent from established aerospace primes, venture-backed startups, government laboratories, and research institutions - Build talent pipelines for critical technical functions including systems engineering, flight software, avionics, structures, manufacturing, propulsion, and mission operations Hiring Manager Partnership - Partner closely with engineering leaders to define hiring needs, role requirements, and candidate evaluation criteria - Develop structured interview processes that assess technical excellence, startup aptitude, and cultural alignment Talent Brand & Recruiting Operations - Serve as an ambassador for the mission, culture, and technology vision - Build and maintain recruiting processes, metrics, and reporting mechanisms that support company growth - Represent the company at industry conferences, networking events, university recruiting activities, and technical communities What It Takes: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience - 5+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience, including experience hiring engineers and technical professionals - Demonstrated experience building teams within the aerospace, defense, space, robotics, autonomous systems, or deep technology sectors - Strong sourcing experience utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter, referrals, networking, and direct outreach strategies - Track record of successfully hiring highly specialized technical talent in competitive markets - Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and candidate-closing skills What We'd Love: - Experience helping scale an early-stage aerospace or defense technology startup - Existing network within the commercial space and national security space communities - Experience recruiting spacecraft, propulsion, GNC, software, manufacturing, and systems engineering talent - Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding startup atmosphere Where You'll Be: The position is onsite at the headquarters in El Segundo, CA. What We Offer: - Equity-Based Compensation - Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar - Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage - Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure - Health and Wellness Stipend - Commuter Benefits ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Equal Employment Opportunity: The company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to legally protected status. Pay Range: $140,000 - $200,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Lead Flight Software Engineer role focused on designing and developing mission-critical spacecraft software for guidance, navigation, control, telemetry, and autonomy systems in a fast-paced space technology environment. The position involves leading software architecture, embedded real-time development, system integration, testing, and flight operations support for advanced space systems. Candidates need strong embedded software expertise, leadership experience, and eligibility for U.S. government security requirements. 🗂️ Requirements: BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering, 5–10 years of embedded or real-time software development experience, Experience with space, aerospace, robotics, or mission-critical systems, Proven leadership across full software development lifecycle, Strong proficiency in C/C++, Working knowledge of Python or scripting languages, Experience with RTOS, bare-metal programming, or Linux embedded systems, Understanding of software reliability, concurrency, deterministic timing, and resource management, U.S. citizenship, national status, or lawful permanent residency, Ability to obtain or maintain Government Security Clearance 📃 Skills: C, C++, Python, Rust, RTOS, Linux, GNC, CCSDS, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, NASA, ECSS, DO-178C, MBSE, HIL, Telemetry, Embedded, Bare-metal 🏢 Description: A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space. What You'll Do: The Lead Flight Software Engineer will be required to work in a fast-paced prototyping environment with an aggressive schedule toward flight and should have experience and a general understanding of spaceflight payloads. In this position, you will be responsible for low-level and high-level software in Space Kinetic's products through all phases of the development process. As a Lead, you will be responsible for software designs from concept through production, including product roadmaps, block diagrams, detailed design and coding, analysis, test and qualification. The Lead Software Engineer will serve as the technical leader for the development, integration, and validation of Space Kinetic's electromechanical system. This role is responsible for the architecture, design, and implementation of mission-critical software that enables spacecraft control, autonomy, communication, and safety. The ideal candidate possesses deep experience in embedded real-time systems, software reliability, and spacecraft operations. Responsibilities: - Lead the design and development of flight software architecture, including guidance, navigation, control (GNC), telemetry, command, and fault management systems. - Define software requirements, interfaces, and verification strategies in coordination with systems, electrical, and mission engineering teams. - Develop robust, real-time, and fault-tolerant software using C/C++ and/or Rust in embedded or RTOS environments. - Perform software design reviews, code reviews, and verification activities to ensure safety, reliability, and performance compliance with space flight standards. - Mentor and guide software engineers through technical leadership, code quality enforcement, and system-level integration. - Support spacecraft-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and flight simulation testing environments. - Contribute to continuous improvement of software development processes, tools, and best practices across the engineering organization. - Participate in mission readiness reviews, anomaly resolution, and on-orbit software updates and maintenance. - Experience with simulation environments and ground software integration. - Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams. - Strong problem-solving ability and technical judgment under mission-critical constraints. - Passion for advancing space technologies and contributing to successful missions. What It Takes: - Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering. - 5 - 10 years of experience developing embedded or real-time software for space, aerospace, robotics, or mission-critical systems. - Proven experience leading software development through all phases of the system lifecycle—from requirements through flight operations. - Strong proficiency in C/C++, with working knowledge of Python or scripting languages for automation and testing. - Familiarity with RTOS, bare-metal programming, or Linux-based embedded systems. - Deep understanding of software reliability, deterministic timing, concurrency, and resource management in constrained environments. - Applicant must meet U.S. Government export regulation requirements. - Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance. What We'd Love: - Experience with flight software frameworks (e.g., NASA cFS, F' FPrime, or custom architectures). - Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and interface control documentation. - Knowledge of space communication protocols (CCSDS, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, etc.). Where You'll Be: The position is onsite at headquarters in El Segundo, CA. Domestic travel may be required (up to ~20% of the year). What We Offer: - Equity-Based Compensation - Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar - Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage - Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure - Health and Wellness Stipend - Commuter Benefits Equal Employment Opportunity: Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. Pay Range: $220,000—$275,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Staff Electrical Hardware Design Engineer role focused on full-cycle PCBA development for high-reliability, spaceflight hardware, from concept through flight readiness and low-volume production. The position involves leading board-level design, bring-up, testing, and cross-functional integration with RF, mechanical, FPGA/SoC, and software teams. The role also includes mentoring engineers, driving manufacturing scale-up, and ensuring compliance with space and export regulations. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, 8+ years of experience designing and debugging PCBAs, Proficiency in Altium Designer or similar ECAD tools, Hands-on experience with lab instruments, Strong knowledge of digital communication buses (I2C, SPI, UART, RS422, CAN, USB, PCIe, Ethernet), Experience with board bring-up, test planning, and design verification, Experience working with contract manufacturers and DFM reviews, U.S. Person status or eligibility under ITAR/export regulations 📃 Skills: Altium, ECAD, PCBA, I2C, SPI, UART, RS422, CAN, USB, PCIe, Ethernet, Python, C, FPGA, SoC, EMI, EMC, GNSS, ADCS, Oscilloscope 🏢 Description: Location: This role is based onsite at our Louisville, CO office. Travel: Up to 10%, domestic or international. The Role As a Staff Electrical Hardware Design Engineer, you will take ownership of full-cycle PCBA designs, from early concept to flight readiness. You will work cross-functionally with RF, mechanical, software, FPGA/SoC, and operations teams to bring high-reliability, space-ready electronics to orbit. You will guide the Electrical Engineering team on special topics and present across disciplines to help facilitate ideas, product readiness, and conduct reviews. Responsibilities Own the full electrical design lifecycle for complex spaceflight hardware: concept of operations, requirements engineering, schematic capture, layout, bring-up, test, and manufacturing handoff. Develop robust analog/digital designs for mission-critical systems under environmental and performance constraints. Organize collaborative cross-disciplinary design reviews and shape solutions with experienced engineers. Provide input to schedule planning, hardware requirements, and process improvements. Lead board-level bring-up and debugging, integrating firmware/software/FPGA with embedded systems. Define test plans and verification strategies that meet flight readiness requirements. Scale manufacturing from prototype to low-volume production. Collaborate with mechanical, RF, software, FPGA/SoC, and systems teams for seamless integration. Mentor early-career engineers and contribute to process improvements. Engage with external vendors and contract manufacturers, resolve DFM/DFT issues, and ensure on-time delivery. Drive failure analysis and root-cause investigations for flight or test anomalies. What Success Looks Like Consistently deliver flight-quality hardware on schedule with minimal oversight. Identify system-level risks early and drive mitigations. Communicate effectively across hardware, software, and cross-functional teams. Make data-driven trade-offs in constrained environments. Demonstrate curiosity in advanced areas such as architecture optimization and radiation mitigation. Exhibit advanced, wide-ranging experience in electrical engineering. Align stakeholders and document work concisely. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 8+ years of experience designing and debugging PCBAs. Proficiency in Altium Designer or similar ECAD tools. Hands-on experience with lab instruments (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power analyzers). Solid understanding of digital buses (I2C, SPI, UART, RS422, CAN, USB, PCIe, Ethernet). Experience with board bring-up, test planning, and design verification workflows. Experience interacting with contract manufacturers and supporting DFM reviews. Strong documentation and organizational skills. Must meet U.S. export control and ITAR requirements. Required Qualification Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. Experience designing for harsh environments (thermal, vacuum, vibration). Familiarity with high-speed design and impedance-controlled layouts. Basic scripting or automation in Python or C for hardware test workflows. Exposure to radiation effects and mitigation in electronic design. Familiarity with EMI/EMC design practices and validation. Familiarity with satellite electrical systems engineering (EPS, GNSS, ADCS, propulsion, space robotics). Compensation Base salary range: $145,920 - $192,047, determined by education, qualifications, experience, and market data. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) matching, unlimited PTO, paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. US Technical Jobs Employment is contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining necessary export control authorization for access to export-controlled technology and government contracts work.

🏢 Summary: Flight Software Engineer role focused on developing and maintaining embedded flight software for satellites, including integration, testing, and mission operations support in simulation and hardware-in-the-loop environments. The position involves collaboration across engineering teams to build reliable space systems using real-time and embedded software technologies. This is an onsite role in El Segundo, CA with opportunities to work on advanced space operations architecture. 🗂️ Requirements: BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering, 2–3 years of embedded or real-time software development experience, Experience with space, aerospace, robotics, or mission-critical systems, Knowledge of full software development lifecycle, Proficiency in C/C++, Working knowledge of Python or scripting languages, Familiarity with RTOS, bare-metal programming, or Linux-based embedded systems, Understanding of software reliability, deterministic timing, concurrency, and resource management, U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident status required, Ability to obtain or maintain Government Security Clearance 📃 Skills: C, C++, Python, RTOS, Linux, SpaceWire, CCSDS, MIL-STD-1553, MBSE, FPrime, NASA, Embedded 🏢 Description: Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. The goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures and unlock a one-to-many system where each satellite has a large number of payloads deployable at high velocities without firing a thruster. This role requires urgency, ownership, and commitment to building first-of-its-kind technology. What You'll Do: The Flight Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain the critical software systems that control and operate satellites, ensuring reliable performance and mission success in the environment of space. Responsibilities include: - Integrate and test software in simulation, flight replica, flight, and hardware-in-the-loop environments - Work with multiple engineering teams to establish software requirements and design - Partner with engineering teams to commission newly launched satellites What It Takes: - Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering - 2–3 years of experience developing embedded or real-time software for space, aerospace, robotics, or mission-critical systems - Knowledge of software development through all phases of the system lifecycle—from requirements through flight operations - Entry level to intermediate proficiency in C/C++, with working knowledge of Python or scripting languages for automation and testing - Familiarity with RTOS, bare-metal programming, or Linux-based embedded systems - Basic understanding of software reliability, deterministic timing, concurrency, and resource management in constrained environments - Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident - Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance What We'd Love: - Experience with flight software frameworks such as NASA cFS, F' FPrime, or custom architectures - Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and interface control documentation - Knowledge of space communication protocols including CCSDS, SpaceWire, and MIL-STD-1553 Where You'll Be: The position is onsite at the headquarters in El Segundo, CA. Domestic travel may be required up to approximately 20% annually. What We Offer: - Equity-based compensation - Competitive PTO and holiday calendar - Medical, dental, and vision coverage - Performance-based bonus structure - Health and wellness stipend - Commuter benefits ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must meet ITAR eligibility requirements. Equal Employment Opportunity: Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants without regard to legally protected status. Compensation: Annual base salary range: $120,000–$150,000 USD.

🏢 Summary: Open application opportunity for candidates interested in joining a space technology startup developing a new architecture for space operations. Roles may be based on-site in El Segundo, CA or potentially remote, with competitive compensation, equity, benefits, and performance bonuses. Candidates must meet U.S. ITAR eligibility requirements. 🗂️ Requirements: Eligible under ITAR regulations, Ability to work on-site in El Segundo, CA or remotely, Willingness to work in a high-commitment startup environment 📃 Skills: ITAR, Space, Aerospace 🏢 Description: Don't See Your Ideal Position? Name Your Job! Who We Are Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space. Where You'll Be: Positions will be on-site at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA, or possibly remote. What We Offer: - Competitive Base Salary + Equity-Based Compensation - Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar - Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage - Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure - Health and Wellness Stipend - Commuter Benefits ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Equal Employment Opportunity: Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

🏢 Summary: Senior Electrical Engineer role focused on designing, testing, and implementing advanced avionics hardware and electrical systems for a cutting-edge flight control platform. The position involves hands-on development, compliance with aerospace standards, and collaboration across technical teams to deliver flight-critical solutions. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Minimum 8 years of related electrical engineering experience 📃 Skills: Digital, Analog, Power, Avionics, PCB, Altium, DO160, DO254, ARINC420, RS422, CAN, I2C, SPI, BLDC, PLM, ERP, Excel, Backplanes 🏢 Description: We’re on a mission to make the skies safe and accessible for everyone. Our technology gives pilots greater control by simplifying the management of any aircraft during standard flight operations, inclement weather, and emergencies. Our SkyOS solution, rigorously and relentlessly developed by skilled and dedicated Skyrysers, is the key to unlocking this unbounded future. Our technology, combined with our commitment to saving lives and our passion for aviation, will empower everyone to experience the joy and freedom of flight. SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - EL SEGUNDO, CA As an Electrical Engineer, you will provide critical design requirements, drawings and analysis for one of the most advanced flight control systems in the world. Working alongside some of the industries most talented professionals you will contribute to changing the way the world moves. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop, test, and implement electrical systems for FlightOS Design avionics hardware that complies with DO-160, DO-254 and other industry standards Provide hands on support and troubleshooting of flight critical electronics within our systems integration lab Work cross functionally with other technical teams and systems engineers to ensure our system meets and exceeds customer requirements Develop Test Plans and Procedures Design Test Fixtures REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Minimum 8 years related electrical engineering experience PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with Digital, Analog and power electronics product design with focus on Digital electronics. Schematic Capture and PCB layout experience Altium Designer or similar. Experience with documentation control systems, either manual (excel) or PLM, ERP, etc. Knowledge of product design lifecycle, including interfacing with contract manufacturers, dealing with component obsolescence, etc. Experience with multi-bus connectivity and interfacing including backplanes, ARINC 420, RS422, CAN, I2C, SPI, etc. Experience with BLDC motor control systems design experience a plus Experience with power supplies, definition and design, with a focus on reliability and ruggedness a plus Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced environment WHY SKYRYSE? The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility Salary: $136,000 - $180,000 Valuable stock option plan Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy. A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues! The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits. WE WELCOME ALLSkyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.

🏢 Summary: Electrical engineering role focused on designing and developing embedded hardware systems and PCBs for industries including medical devices, aerospace, UAVs, and industrial controls. The position involves end-to-end electronics design, debugging, verification, and collaboration within multidisciplinary engineering teams. Hybrid role in Westminster, CO with opportunities to support customer-facing project scoping and design reviews. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, 3+ years of electrical engineering experience, Experience with embedded systems design and PCB layout, Knowledge of microcontrollers, processors, or FPGAs, Experience with high-speed or RF design technologies, Experience with communication interfaces, Knowledge of DC/DC converters and power topologies, Experience with EMI/EMC and signal integrity analysis, Experience with analog and sensor interface design, Hands-on PCB troubleshooting and debug experience, Eligibility to work as a US Person (citizen or permanent resident) 📃 Skills: FPGA, PCB, Embedded, Microcontrollers, Processors, SerDes, PCIe, I2C, SPI, UART, RS-232, RS-485, USB, SDIO, CAN, MIL-STD-1553, LVDS, DC/DC, EMI, EMC, Oscilloscopes, LogicAnalyzers, SpectrumAnalyzers, RF, 802.11, 10GbE 🏢 Description: Summary: As a member of the electrical team, you will work in multi-disciplinary project teams to architect and develop systems for markets including consumer products, medical devices, space systems, unmanned aerial vehicles, and industrial controls. You will collaborate with senior electrical engineers and other disciplines to deliver electronics designs and products from concept through verification. How You Will Spend Your Time: Design Work - Design hardware architectures, power budgets, electrical block diagrams, schematics, and PCBs - Own designs from start to finish including layout, bring-up, debug, documentation, and verification - Participate in regular design reviews - Occasionally travel to customer sites for project kickoffs or deliveries Sales Support - Support account managers and project managers in bidding and scoping projects - Visit customer sites to discuss technical capabilities when needed Who You Are: - Able to quickly learn new skills and technologies - Comfortable owning designs through the complete lifecycle - Strong attention to detail and adaptability - Effective collaborator within multidisciplinary teams Minimum Qualifications: - Design and layout experience including several of the following: - Microcontrollers, processors, and FPGAs in embedded systems - Controlled impedance for high-speed channel design or RF technologies (10GbE, 802.11, SerDes, PCIe) - Communication interfaces including I2C, SPI, UART, RS-232, RS-485, USB, SDIO, CAN, MIL-STD-1553, and LVDS - DC/DC converters and power topologies - EMI/EMC and signal integrity analysis - Analog and sensor interface design - Lab troubleshooting and debug experience of PCB assemblies using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and related equipment Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an accredited university - 3+ years of experience Location: Hybrid in Westminster, CO Salary Range: $90K - $140K The actual salary offered depends on job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. Note: - Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) may apply - Pre-employment drug screening required as a condition of hire - Equal opportunity employer