Flight Operations Generalist

🏢 Summary: Flight Operations Engineer role focused on operating and testing high-altitude solar-powered unmanned aircraft, including flight execution, troubleshooting, telemetry analysis, and flight systems configuration. The position combines hands-on aircraft operations with engineering responsibilities such as test planning, software tuning, and field diagnostics in fast-paced flight test environments. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or software engineering or equivalent aviation experience, 3+ years of UAS, flight test, or aircraft operations experience, Experience operating and recovering unmanned aircraft, Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and software systems, Proficiency with ground control station software, Strong Linux command line skills, Ability to analyze telemetry and flight data, Strong communication skills 📃 Skills: Linux, Telemetry, UAS, Autopilot, GCS, Python, Scripting, Debugging, FlightTest, Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Telemetry 🏢 Description: Icarus was founded on the belief that the Stratosphere is the Forgotten Frontier and that reclaiming it will define the next era of aerospace and what is possible from the sky. We build solar-powered aircraft that fly at 60,000 ft for weeks at a time, delivering persistent, affordable, and scalable presence from this layer of the atmosphere. The Flight Operations Engineer takes our aircraft from the hangar to the sky and back, and owns the technical depth behind every flight. You set up the test site, prepare the aircraft, run preflight, operate it in flight, and troubleshoot whatever comes up. You also write the procedures, configure the systems, and analyze the data that make each flight better than the last. When Icarus goes to the field, you are both the operator and the engineer in the loop. Mission Re-establish and maintain dominance in the Stratosphere. What you'll do Set up the site and the aircraft - Analyze and verify test site conditions to ensure successful conduct of a flight test; sound judgement in aviation safety, preflight analysis of atmospheric conditions, and adherence to regulations. - Assemble, configure, and prepare aircraft for flight, including mechanical, electrical, and payload setup. - Run preflight inspections and checklists, and make the call on whether the aircraft is ready. - Configure and verify the ground control station, telemetry links, and mission plan before every flight. Fly - Prescribe autonomous mission sets and operate the aircraft in flight by modifying software characteristics, ensuring efficient execution of the test plan. - Monitor telemetry and aircraft health in real time and respond to anomalies in the moment. - Act as the calm, decisive voice on the sticks when something goes wrong in the air. - Run launch and recovery, including any non-traditional takeoff and landing configurations. Engineer the operation - Write and refine test plans, test cards, checklists, and standard operating procedures. - Configure and tune autopilot, GCS, and aircraft software parameters. - Analyze flight logs and telemetry, run root cause analysis, and write up quick-look and formal test reports. - Build tooling and scripts that speed up setup, data review, and field operations. - Own the technical interface between flight operations and the engineering team. Troubleshoot and turn around - Diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and software issues in the field to keep the test campaign moving. - Refurbish and reset the aircraft between flights and prepare it for the next sortie. - Drive the next iteration based on what the data and the flight told you. What we're looking for - Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or software engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience in aviation or aviation-adjacent military occupational fields. - 3+ years of UAS, flight test, or aircraft operations experience, or equivalent military experience. - Demonstrated ability to set up, preflight, operate, and recover an unmanned aircraft. - Strong technical troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and software systems. - Proficiency with ground control station software. - Strong Linux command line skills for debugging, scripting, and troubleshooting. - Calm, decisive judgment under pressure, especially with an aircraft in the air. - Strong communicator. - High trust, extreme ownership, no ego. Bonus - FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate. - Experience with developmental flight test, first-flight events, or build-up test programs. - Background building RC or UAS aircraft. - FAA Airframe and Powerplant license or military aviation maintenance background. - Aviation-adjacent military specialty with air sense. - Experience operating in austere or remote field environments. Why Icarus - Meaningful equity - Top market salary and bonuses - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Factory in El Segundo - Real ownership, real hardware, real flight - Small team, massive responsibility - High signal to noise culture - Dream desk setup - Daily lunch - Unlimited celsius This is not a normal flight ops job We are pioneers, not corporate managers. Icarus deliberately optimizes for a high signal to noise ratio, where engineering, flight, and execution matter more than process, politics, or management overhead. You will work side by side with engineers because you are one. You will own the aircraft in the field end to end. Set it up. Preflight it. Fly it. Analyze it. Fix it. Fly it again, better. We expect full extreme ownership. This is a high-trust team, and everyone pulls their weight, especially in the field. We want operators, not bystanders. No simulators standing in for the real thing. No watching others fly. Just real aircraft, real test sites, and real flight. You must thrive under pressure, learn fast, and produce in the field. We move fast. We expect results and an obsession with quality and speed. You will be the engineer on the sticks when our aircraft climbs to 60,000 ft. If you want to own both the flight and the data behind it, this is it. Hiring process - Phone screen - Technical and operations assessment - Meet the flight and engineering team in-person US salary range $120,000 - $180,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Icarus' total compensation package. We're an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

🏢 Summary: Flight Software Engineer role focused on developing and testing embedded flight software for satellite systems in a fast-paced space technology environment. The position involves working across simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and flight systems while collaborating with engineering teams on satellite operations and mission success. This onsite role in El Segundo includes competitive benefits, equity compensation, and opportunities to work on next-generation space architectures. 🗂️ 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, Proficiency in C++, Working knowledge of Python or scripting languages, Familiarity with RTOS, Familiarity with bare-metal programming or Linux-based embedded systems, Understanding of software reliability and deterministic timing, Understanding of concurrency and resource management, U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident status, Ability to obtain or maintain Government Security Clearance 📃 Skills: C, C++, Python, RTOS, Linux, Embedded, Bare-metal, CCSDS, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, MBSE, NASA, cFS, FPrime 🏢 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. What You'll Do: - Design, develop, and maintain critical software systems that control and operate satellites - Ensure reliable software performance and mission success in the space environment - 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 to conform to U.S. Government export regulations - Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance What We'd Love: - Experience with flight software frameworks such as NASA cFS, 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% 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 ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must meet ITAR eligibility requirements 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 legally protected status. Pay Range: $120,000—$150,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Flight Software Engineer role focused on developing and maintaining embedded flight software for a commercial SAR satellite constellation and future quantum-secured space infrastructure. The position involves real-time embedded systems development, satellite operations support, and close collaboration with FPGA, electrical, and ground software engineers. The role offers ownership of production flight software running on orbiting satellites within a senior engineering team. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field, 5+ years of hands-on engineering experience, Experience with real-time embedded systems and low-level drivers, Experience developing, testing, and debugging hard real-time software, Familiarity with embedded Linux and Linux kernel modules, Strong knowledge of C, C++, Python, and shell scripting, Experience with microcontrollers and embedded systems, Experience with software configuration management, Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers, Ability to support full software lifecycle from design to deployment, Eligibility to work under U.S. export control and ITAR regulations 📃 Skills: C, C++, Python, Linux, RTOS, Xilinx, Zynq, FPGA, Embedded, Shell, Drivers, Microcontrollers, Oscilloscopes, LogicAnalyzers, SAR 🏢 Description: About IonQ: IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world's leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ's newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners including Amazon Web Services, and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance.Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before. About Capella Capella, an IonQ company, spans national security, advanced sensing, and next-generation compute to deliver secure, mission-ready intelligence. Capella's culture is built on collaboration, rigorous engineering, and a shared commitment to delivering solutions that strengthen global stability and security. Team members work side-by-side with some of the most innovative minds in space systems, quantum-enabled technologies, and mission-critical operations. Capella values curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to tackle hard problems with precision and creativity. Capella welcomes and encourages applicants whose perspectives are historically underrepresented in technology, national security, and aerospace. No prior space experience is required. Diverse viewpoints strengthen Capella's ability to innovate and deliver meaningful impact for partners worldwide. Location: This role can be based at our Louisville, CO or San Francisco office with the option to work a few days a week remotely. Experience Level: Open to strong mid-level through senior-level embedded software engineers (5+ years).Travel: Up to 5% Job ID: 1729 The Role Capella Space now part of IonQ's space business operates one of the world's most capable commercial synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellations, delivering all-weather, day-and-night imagery to government and commercial customers around the globe. As IonQ builds the physical infrastructure for the world's first quantum-secured space network, spanning satellite operations and free-space optical communications, the Flight Software team is what keeps that constellation flying every day. As a Flight Software Engineer, you will write the software that runs our satellite fleet in orbit, working daily alongside FPGA developers, electrical engineers, and other subsystem owners to design, build, and evolve flight code. You'll bring a demonstrable track record with complex, safety-critical systems, strong systems-architecture judgment, and the experience to help shape the team's engineering roadmap, turning sophisticated radar technology into software that is reliable and easy to operate. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain flight software for a growing satellite constellation. Collaborate with EE, FPGA, and ground software engineers to ensure seamless integration between hardware and software. Lead code reviews and mentor teammates with constructive, high-standard feedback. Write and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure robustness and reliability of the software. Develop software documentation and provide cross-training to other team members. Troubleshoot and resolve software issues quickly, including in live on-orbit operations. Participate in the software development life cycle, from requirement analysis to deployment. Support integration and operations teams with software-related queries. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field or equivalent practical experience. 5+ years of relevant, hands-on engineering experience. Ability to support a design through all software lifecycles including initial schematic review and architectural tradeoffs, preliminary and detailed design, implementation, integration, and test. Experience working with real-time embedded systems - both hardware and software, including low-level drivers. Hands on experience developing, testing, and debugging hard real-time software (bare-metal or RTOS). Familiarity with embedded Linux, Linux kernel modules, and standard Linux tools. Strong knowledge of programming compiled (C, C++) and scripted (Python, shell script, etc.) languages. Experience writing software for microcontrollers and other embedded systems, e.g., Xilinx Zynq SoCs. Familiarity with software configuration management. Hand-on experience with lab equipment and electronics hardware, e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers. Why This Role Direct ownership of flight software running on satellites in orbit today, not a simulation. A front-row seat to IonQ's next chapter: building the infrastructure behind the world's first quantum-secured space network. A small, senior, high-trust engineering team where your architectural decisions carry real weight. Required Qualification To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here. Compensation The approximate base salary range for this position is $145,920 - $191,047. The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits available on our career site.Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401(k), unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying "U.S. Person" (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum) status for export controls and government contracts work, obtaining any necessary license, and/or confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Please note that in the absence of confirming you are a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work purposes, IonQ may choose not to apply for a license or decline to use a license exception (if available) for you to access export-controlled technology that may require authorization, and similarly, you may not qualify for government contracts work that requires U.S. Persons, and IonQ may decline to proceed with your application on those bases alone. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. US Non-Technical Jobs. Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!

🏢 Summary: Flight Software Engineer role focused on developing and maintaining real-time embedded software for a commercial SAR satellite constellation and future quantum-secured space infrastructure. The position involves building flight-critical software, collaborating with hardware and FPGA teams, and supporting live on-orbit operations in a high-trust engineering environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field, 5+ years of hands-on engineering experience, Experience with real-time embedded systems and low-level drivers, Experience developing and debugging hard real-time software, Familiarity with embedded Linux and Linux kernel modules, Strong programming skills in C, C++, Python, and shell scripting, Experience with microcontrollers and embedded systems, Experience with software lifecycle processes and system architecture, Familiarity with software configuration management, Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers, Eligibility to work with U.S. export-controlled technology under ITAR regulations 📃 Skills: C, C++, Python, Linux, RTOS, Xilinx, Zynq, FPGA, Embedded, Shell, Microcontrollers, Oscilloscopes, LogicAnalyzers 🏢 Description: About IonQ: IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world's leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ's newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners including Amazon Web Services, and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance.Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before. About Capella Capella, an IonQ company, spans national security, advanced sensing, and next-generation compute to deliver secure, mission-ready intelligence. Capella's culture is built on collaboration, rigorous engineering, and a shared commitment to delivering solutions that strengthen global stability and security. Team members work side-by-side with some of the most innovative minds in space systems, quantum-enabled technologies, and mission-critical operations. Capella values curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to tackle hard problems with precision and creativity. Capella welcomes and encourages applicants whose perspectives are historically underrepresented in technology, national security, and aerospace. No prior space experience is required. Diverse viewpoints strengthen Capella's ability to innovate and deliver meaningful impact for partners worldwide. Location: This role can be based at our Louisville, CO or San Francisco office with the option to work a few days a week remotely. Experience Level: Open to strong mid-level through senior-level embedded software engineers (5+ years).Travel: Up to 5% Job ID: 1729 The Role Capella Space now part of IonQ's space business operates one of the world's most capable commercial synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellations, delivering all-weather, day-and-night imagery to government and commercial customers around the globe. As IonQ builds the physical infrastructure for the world's first quantum-secured space network, spanning satellite operations and free-space optical communications, the Flight Software team is what keeps that constellation flying every day. As a Flight Software Engineer, you will write the software that runs our satellite fleet in orbit, working daily alongside FPGA developers, electrical engineers, and other subsystem owners to design, build, and evolve flight code. You'll bring a demonstrable track record with complex, safety-critical systems, strong systems-architecture judgment, and the experience to help shape the team's engineering roadmap, turning sophisticated radar technology into software that is reliable and easy to operate. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain flight software for a growing satellite constellation. Collaborate with EE, FPGA, and ground software engineers to ensure seamless integration between hardware and software. Lead code reviews and mentor teammates with constructive, high-standard feedback. Write and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure robustness and reliability of the software. Develop software documentation and provide cross-training to other team members. Troubleshoot and resolve software issues quickly, including in live on-orbit operations. Participate in the software development life cycle, from requirement analysis to deployment. Support integration and operations teams with software-related queries. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field or equivalent practical experience. 5+ years of relevant, hands-on engineering experience. Ability to support a design through all software lifecycles including initial schematic review and architectural tradeoffs, preliminary and detailed design, implementation, integration, and test. Experience working with real-time embedded systems - both hardware and software, including low-level drivers. Hands on experience developing, testing, and debugging hard real-time software (bare-metal or RTOS). Familiarity with embedded Linux, Linux kernel modules, and standard Linux tools. Strong knowledge of programming compiled (C, C++) and scripted (Python, shell script, etc.) languages. Experience writing software for microcontrollers and other embedded systems, e.g., Xilinx Zynq SoCs. Familiarity with software configuration management. Hand-on experience with lab equipment and electronics hardware, e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers. Why This Role Direct ownership of flight software running on satellites in orbit today, not a simulation. A front-row seat to IonQ's next chapter: building the infrastructure behind the world's first quantum-secured space network. A small, senior, high-trust engineering team where your architectural decisions carry real weight. Required Qualification To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here. Compensation The approximate base salary range for this position is $145,920 - $191,047. The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits available on our career site.Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401(k), unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying "U.S. Person" (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum) status for export controls and government contracts work, obtaining any necessary license, and/or confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Please note that in the absence of confirming you are a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work purposes, IonQ may choose not to apply for a license or decline to use a license exception (if available) for you to access export-controlled technology that may require authorization, and similarly, you may not qualify for government contracts work that requires U.S. Persons, and IonQ may decline to proceed with your application on those bases alone. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. US Non-Technical Jobs. Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!

🏢 Summary: Buyer role supporting aerospace engineering and manufacturing through procurement of technical components, supplier management, and material coordination for next-generation space hardware development. The position focuses on sourcing engineered parts, managing purchasing workflows, and supporting prototype and production programs in a fast-paced startup environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field or equivalent experience, 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or high-technology industries, Experience purchasing technical or engineered components, Experience with ERP/MRP systems, Strong negotiation and organizational skills, Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, Eligibility to comply with ITAR requirements 📃 Skills: ERP, MRP, NetSuite, Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, BOMs, RFQs, ECOs, FAR, DFARS, ITAR 🏢 Description: A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a cleared, venture-backed startup focused on addressing urgent national security priorities. Our goal is to deliver a suite of asymmetric capabilities for space superiority and missile defense leveraging our proprietary electromechanical deployment system, which enables the rapid deployment of low-cost payloads through space without firing a thruster. Space Kinetic is currently assembling its TRL-5 prototype. Our goal is to leverage this platform to provide the United States with a new tool for securing the space domain and catalyzing the emerging space economy. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building first-of-their-kind aerospace systems, requiring urgency, ownership, and a commitment to solving challenging technical problems. What You'll Do: As a Buyer, you will support engineering and manufacturing by procuring the materials, components, and services required to rapidly develop and build next-generation aerospace hardware. You will work closely with engineers to source technically complex components, manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and lead times, and ensure critical hardware arrives on schedule. Success in this role requires excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced engineering environment where priorities can change quickly. Responsibilities: Procurement & Purchasing - Purchase aerospace components, raw materials, machined parts, electronics, and engineering services - Create and manage purchase orders while ensuring timely delivery - Request quotations (RFQs), evaluate supplier proposals, and negotiate pricing and lead times - Expedite critical materials to support engineering and manufacturing schedules - Resolve supplier delivery and quality issues Engineering Support - Work directly with engineering teams to understand technical purchasing requirements - Source prototype and production hardware for development programs - Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and design revisions affecting purchased parts - Identify alternate suppliers when schedule or technical risks arise Supplier Management - Develop and maintain relationships with domestic and international suppliers - Evaluate supplier performance regarding quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost - Support onboarding of new suppliers - Maintain accurate supplier information and procurement records Inventory & Material Coordination - Coordinate with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to ensure material availability - Monitor inventory levels of critical engineering components - Support receiving and verification of purchased materials - Assist with inventory accuracy and ERP transactions Continuous Improvement - Help improve purchasing processes and procurement workflows - Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or schedule - Support implementation of procurement best practices and supplier development initiatives What It Takes: - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience) - 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or high-technology industries - Experience purchasing technical or engineered components - Ability to read engineering drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) is preferred - Experience with ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, or similar) - Strong negotiation, organizational, and communication skills - Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities - Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment - U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident What We'd Love: - Aerospace or spacecraft manufacturing experience - Experience purchasing machined components, electronics, composites, or electromechanical assemblies - Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, and ITAR requirements - Experience supporting prototype and low-volume manufacturing - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Experience working directly with engineering teams - Passion for the commercial and national security space industry Where You'll Be: The position is onsite at our headquarters in El Segundo. What We Offer: - Equity opportunity - Annual discretionary bonus - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage - Unlimited PTO - Opportunity to help build revolutionary aerospace technology from prototype through production ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or otherwise eligible to obtain the required U.S. Government authorizations. 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 and assessment of factors unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities, and internal equity. Pay Range: $90,000—$105,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Opportunity for an Electrical Hardware Design Engineer to lead the end-to-end design and development of circuit cards and electronics hardware for spacecraft and mission-critical aerospace systems. The role involves hands-on schematic capture, PCB layout, bring-up, testing, and integration of analog, digital, mixed-signal, and power electronics in demanding space environments. This is a highly technical, on-site position requiring ownership of flight hardware from concept through production. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field, 3+ years of professional electrical engineering experience, Experience designing circuit cards, schematics, and PCBs for spacecraft, aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications, Experience with spacecraft hardware or spacecraft electrical systems, Experience with flight systems, avionics, or mission-critical electrical hardware, Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, Experience with schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Designer, Experience owning board-level hardware through design, layout, bring-up, debugging, and testing, Experience with component selection and technical documentation, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency (ITAR compliance), Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance 📃 Skills: Altium, PCB, Analog, Digital, Mixed-signal, Power, EMI, EMC, Avionics, Embedded, Signal-integrity, Thermal, Vibration, Vacuum, ITAR 🏢 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: As a Senior Electrical Hardware Design Engineer you will own the design, development, integration, and testing of circuit cards and related electronics hardware for spacecraft and other advanced aerospace and defense systems. You will work closely with mechanical, software, systems, manufacturing, and test engineers to develop space rated flight hardware that performs reliably in demanding environments. Design, develop, and validate schematics, PCB layouts, circuit cards, electrical interfaces, and supporting electronics hardware. Own circuit card design from concept through schematic capture, PCB layout, bring-up, debugging, testing, and release. Develop analog, digital, mixed-signal, and power electronics designs for embedded systems, sensors, actuators, controllers, and related flight hardware. Perform component selection, circuit analysis, worst-case analysis, derating reviews, and design trade studies. Support PCB stack-up definition, grounding strategies, signal integrity considerations, power integrity considerations, and EMI/EMC design practices. Work closely with mechanical and thermal teams to support electronics packaging, board-level thermal management, heat dissipation strategies, and environmental constraints. Develop and execute electrical test plans for circuit cards, subsystems, and integrated hardware. Collaborate with firmware, software, and controls teams to integrate electronics hardware with embedded processors, sensors, communication interfaces, and control systems. Support design for manufacturability, design for test, prototype builds, supplier coordination, and transition from engineering development to repeatable production. Drive rapid design iterations in a hands-on development environment where hardware is designed, built, tested, and improved quickly. What It Takes: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related engineering discipline. 7+ years of professional electrical engineering experience. Experience designing electrical hardware, circuit cards, schematics, and PCBs for spacecraft, satellites, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability applications. Experience working on spacecraft hardware or spacecraft electrical systems. Experience with flight systems, flight electronics, avionics, or other mission-critical electrical hardware. Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design. Experience with schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Designer. Experience owning board-level hardware through design, layout, bring-up, debugging, and testing. Experience selecting components and working with datasheets, reference designs, and supplier documentation. Strong engineering fundamentals and ability to make sound design decisions with incomplete information. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. 9+ years of experience designing electronics for spacecraft, satellites, launch vehicles, missile systems, aircraft, defense systems, or other mission-critical hardware. Experience with flight-qualified or flight-intent hardware development. Experience with mixed-signal PCB design, power electronics, motor controllers, sensor interfaces, battery-powered systems, or embedded control hardware. Experience with board-level thermal management, electronics packaging, heat sinking, thermal interfaces, and thermal testing. Experience with high-density PCB design, impedance-controlled routing, grounding strategies, stack-up definition, and signal integrity best practices. Knowledge of EMI/EMC design practices and qualification testing. Experience with environmental testing including vibration, shock, thermal, and vacuum testing. Experience working with PCB fabricators, contract manufacturers, component suppliers, and external test labs. Familiarity with aerospace standards, high-reliability design practices, and configuration-controlled hardware development. 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. What You'll Bring Strong technical judgment and engineering fundamentals. A hands-on approach to electrical design, debugging, and problem solving. Deep interest in circuit card design and the details that make electronics reliable in real-world environments. Ability to work across electrical, mechanical, thermal, software, manufacturing, and systems engineering disciplines. Comfort operating in an environment with ambitious schedules, evolving requirements, and challenging technical goals. A practical understanding of how design choices affect manufacturability, testability, reliability, and performance. A desire to see hardware through the full lifecycle — from concept and schematic design to PCB layout, bring-up, qualification, integration, and fielded operation. *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: 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. 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 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$120,000—$160,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Engineering leadership role owning the Factory Core domain of a mission-critical factory operating system that runs manufacturing execution, shop floor, inventory, and warehouse systems across multiple sites. Responsible for building and leading a product engineering team, driving architecture and delivery, and ensuring operational excellence in distributed production systems. Hands-on player-coach position shaping technical strategy and scaling reliable software for autonomous factories. 🗂️ Requirements: 2–5+ years engineering management experience leading product engineering teams in production, Strong full-stack engineering background, Experience owning business-critical product domains end-to-end, Experience hiring, growing, and retaining engineers, Experience with distributed systems in production environments, Ability to read, review, and write production code, Experience leading architecture and design reviews, Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, Systems thinking across services and data flows, U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, or ITAR work authorization eligibility 📃 Skills: DistributedSystems, FullStack, Architecture, ManufacturingExecutionSystems, InventoryManagement, WarehouseManagement, DataPipelines, SystemDesign, ProductionSystems, CodeReview 🏢 Description: The Role Flow is Hadrian's Factory Operation System: a distributed, mission-critical software platform that coordinates how work is planned, executed, measured, and improved across many factories. Flow is an interconnected platform of services, applications, data pipelines, and operational workflows that must evolve quickly without sacrificing reliability. This role leads engineering for one or more business domains: building a team that ships product, owns its systems in production, and works closely with stakeholders across the company. Factory Core is the part of Flow that runs the physical factory: the Manufacturing Execution System, Shop Floor experience, Inventory, and Warehouse Management. Every part Hadrian makes, moves, or ships passes through these systems, and operators on the floor depend on them every shift. The Factory Core team is at the center of scaling Hadrian's throughput for existing and new factories. You do not need aerospace, defense, or manufacturing experience to excel in this role. What You'll Do - Own one or more business domains end-to-end, including product outcomes, engineering execution, and ongoing operational health. - Hire, grow, and retain a strong team. Set a clear bar, develop careers, and address performance directly. - Stay hands-on as a player-coach. Drive architecture and design reviews, ship code on real roadmap work, and jump into production incidents with the team. - Partner with Product, Design, and Operations to shape the roadmap and turn business priorities into sequenced, shipped work. - Continuously improve the developer lifecycle your team operates in: planning, design, code review, testing, deployment, on-call, and incident response. What We're Looking For - 2-5+ years of engineering management experience leading product engineering teams in production, with a strong full-stack engineering background before that. - A history of owning business-critical product domains, including technical strategy, prioritization, delivery, and operational responsibility. - Experience hiring, growing, and retaining strong engineers, and running a healthy team. - Real product and customer instinct. You understand the product, the user, and the business, and you push your team toward the right outcomes, not just shipped work. - A clear point of view on the developer lifecycle (planning, design, build, ship, operate) and how to make each phase better. - Systems thinking: you understand how services, data flows, and team boundaries interact, and use that to prevent bottlenecks and scaling issues before they happen. - Experience leading or contributing to distributed systems in production, ideally across multiple sites, environments, or regions. - Technical credibility. You can read, review, and write production code, lead architecture discussions, and earn the trust of senior engineers. - Strong communication. You can align engineers, product partners, operators, and leadership, drive decisions, and keep people informed. - Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with high stakes and short iteration cycles. Compensation For this role, the target salary range is $220,000 - $280,000 (actual range may vary based on experience). This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Benefits for Full-time Employees - Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees - 401k - Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need. - Flexible vacation policy - Equity ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

🏢 Summary: Lead Fullstack Engineer role owning a major domain of a distributed FactoryOS platform, driving architecture, delivery, and long-term operation across multiple factories. The position focuses on building and scaling mission-critical full-stack and distributed systems that coordinate manufacturing workflows. It combines hands-on engineering with cross-team technical leadership and strategic product direction. 🗂️ Requirements: Proven ownership of large-scale product domains and business-critical systems, Extensive experience building distributed systems in production environments, Experience leading cross-team technical initiatives in complex codebases, Hands-on experience delivering modern full-stack applications, Ability to architect reliable, scalable, and observable systems, Strong experience with React and Typescript, Strong experience with Go, Eligibility to work under ITAR regulations 📃 Skills: React, Typescript, Go, DistributedSystems, Microservices, APIs, Architecture, Observability, Testing, CI/CD 🏢 Description: Hadrian - Manufacturing the FutureHadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and up to 2x cheaper. By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we are reinventing how America produces its most critical parts.We’re accelerating our mission with the launch of Factory 3 in Mesa, Arizona, a 290,000-square-foot facility creating 350 new jobs. We are expanding rapidly to support thousands of future hires, launching Hadrian Maritime to expand into naval production, and introducing a Factory-as-a-Service model that delivers complete systems instead of individual parts.Hadrian is backed by leading investors including T. Rowe Price, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz, our fast-growing team is united around reindustrializing American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond.The Role:As a Lead Fullstack Engineer, you will own a major domain within Flow and drive outcomes across multiple teams and factory sites.We have a broad set of internal applications, with significant opportunities to redefine manufacturing software. No aerospace, defense, or manufacturing background required.Flow is Hadrian's FactoryOS: a distributed, mission-critical software platform that coordinates how work is planned, executed, measured, and improved across many factories.Flow is an interconnected platform of services, applications, data pipelines, and operational workflows that must evolve quickly without sacrificing reliability.The scope of this role is product engineering leadership at organizational scale: shaping architecture and execution across multiple teams while maintaining high standards for quality, security, observability, and delivery.What You’ll DoOwn and lead a major Flow domain end-to-end, from strategy and architecture through delivery, rollout, and long-term operation.Architect distributed systems that operate reliably across many factories, balancing latency, resilience, data consistency, observability, and operational complexity.Scope, architect, implement, and deploy critical full-stack applications that drive revenue and factory throughput.Set technical direction for a product vertical, define roadmaps with stakeholders, and align engineering execution to measurable business outcomes.Partner with internal and external customers, operators, and factory leadership to turn ambiguous problems into clear plans and shipped solutions.Lead cross-team architecture and execution: clarify dependencies, sequence work, manage risk, and keep delivery momentum across shared systems.Establish durable engineering practices across teams, including testing strategy, operational readiness, observability standards, and incident response playbooks.Build and mentor senior engineers, raise review quality, and improve team execution through strong technical leadership.Translate business priorities into technical plans and milestones, then drive delivery with clear ownership, sequencing, and accountability.What We’re Looking ForProven lead-level ownership of product domains and business-critical systems at scale, including technical strategy, prioritization, and sustained operational responsibility.Strong experience building and evolving distributed systems in production, ideally across multiple sites, environments, or regions.Excellent problem-solving skills: break down ambiguous, high-impact problems, navigate trade-offs, and make pragmatic decisions under constraints.Exceptional communication and influence: align engineers, operators, and leadership; facilitate decisions; and keep stakeholders informed with clarity and precision.Track record of leading critical initiatives across several teams and shipping high-quality outcomes in large, complex codebases.Strong systems thinking: understand how services, data flows, and team boundaries interact, and use that understanding to prevent bottlenecks and future scaling issues.Demonstrated ability to improve engineering effectiveness through better architecture, process, documentation, and mentoring.Extensive experience shipping modern, full-stack applications (our front-ends are React/Typescript and back-ends are Go).Product-minded and user-driven, with a bias to action and a focus on getting to the right solution rather than being right.Excited to work in a fast-paced environment with high-stakes and quick iteration cycles.CompensationFor this role, the target salary range is $200,000 - $270,000 (actual range may vary based on experience).This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees401kRelocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need.Flexible vacation policyITAR RequirementsTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.Hadrian Is An Equal Opportunity EmployerIt is the Company’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race inclusive of traits historically associated with race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks and twists), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin (including, in California, possession of a drivers license), ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, height or weight, medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, exercise of reproductive rights, any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws, or any combination of the above characteristics. When necessary, the Company also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled candidates and employees, including for candidates or employees who are disabled by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

🏢 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: Onsite V&V and Operations Tools Developer role focused on building automation, test infrastructure, and software tooling to support hardware integration, validation, and operational monitoring of space-based flight systems. The position centers on developing scalable Python-based tools, enabling Hardware-in-the-Loop testing, and maintaining Linux-based test environments. The role supports mission assurance through robust automation, containerization, and networked system integration. 🗂️ Requirements: Advanced Python proficiency, Strong Object-Oriented Programming knowledge, Experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting, Bash scripting skills, Experience with Docker containerization, Basic experience with REST microservices, Ability to work onsite in Colorado, U.S. Person status for export control compliance 📃 Skills: Python, OOP, Linux, Bash, Docker, REST, TCP/IP, UDP, HIL, ELK, Influx, Grafana, Pandas, Matplotlib, Sphinx, Asciidoc, Markdown 🏢 Description: About IonQ: IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world's leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ's newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners including Amazon Web Services, and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance.Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before. About Skyloom Skyloom, an IonQ company, is a telecommunications company founded with the mission to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow's space communication infrastructure to provide data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete, or if working on space lasers excites you, join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology. Skyloom is building the orbital infrastructure for the next renaissance in global connectivity. As Earth's first space-based telecommunications company, we deliver fiberless, planetary-scale data transport that dramatically increases bandwidth, availability, and resiliency—while reducing latency and total cost of operations. Our proprietary optical technology enables secure, ultra-high-capacity connections across our end-to-end, multi-orbit network or within your own infrastructure, unlocking a new standard for global communications. Location: This role will be onsite in our Broomfield, Colorado office. Travel: Up to 5%Job ID: 1450The Role We are seeking a V&V and Operations Tools Developer to design, build, and maintain the critical software infrastructure and tooling required for the early design verification, system deliveries validation, and operational monitoring of our flight systems. This role is fundamental to achieving mission assurance by automating testing, supporting complex physical testbeds involving external sensors and actuators, and facilitating early hardware/software integration. Responsibilities Develop high-quality, robust automation scripts and tools to support early hardware integration testing and interface verification. Apply Object- Oriented Programming(OOP) principles to design scalable and reusable software libraries for hardware interface communication and complex data acquisition from the testbed. Design and implement automated test sequences for health integration and performance verification of flight systems, analyzing feedback loops, sensor readings, and actuator responsiveness. Manage and configure the physical testbed infrastructure, including integrating and calibrating external sensors, actuators, and instrumentation required for comprehensive system testing. Develop and maintain the tools and framework necessary to execute Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing, including environment simulation, real-time data injection, and automated fault insertion. Implement minimal services to facilitate data handling, instrument control, and integration between various V&V tools in a distributed physical testbed environment. Utilize Docker to containerize development, testing, and V&V environments, ensuring consistency and reproducibility across the organization. Administer and maintain Linux operating systems that host the V&V testbeds, simulation platforms, and operational tools. Configure and troubleshoot networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, UDP, etc.) to ensure reliable connectivity between test equipment, flight hardware interfaces, and data centers. Qualifications Systemic Mindset: Ability to view the flight system and its V&V testbed not as separate components, but as an integrated system, understanding dependencies, interfaces, and optimizing end-to-end performance. Python: Advanced proficiency for tool development and scripting. Strong understanding and application of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP). Linux: Experience as user, basic administration for troubleshooting in various distributions. Bash scripting for system automation and pipeline execution. Experience with Docker for containerizing environments. Minimal experience designing or interacting with REST microservice. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Observability Stacks (e.g., ELK/Influx/Grafana) for monitoring testbed health, data logging, and visualizing operational metrics. Prior experience in the validation of control software or safety-critical systems. Familiarity with data analysis libraries such as Pandas and plotting libraries like Matplotlib for analyzing sensor and performance data. Understanding of Distributed Systems architecture and challenges. Documentation Automation: Experience integrating documentation tools like Sphinx, Asciidoc or Markdown. Compensation The approximate base salary range for this position is $114,477 - $150,248. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site. **Benefits will be provided by Skyloom, Inc., an IonQ Company, and will differ from the benefits listed on the IonQ website.**Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying "U.S. Person" (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum) status for export controls and government contracts work, obtaining any necessary license, and/or confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Please note that in the absence of confirming you are a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work purposes, IonQ may choose not to apply for a license or decline to use a license exception (if available) for you to access export-controlled technology that may require authorization, and similarly, you may not qualify for government contracts work that requires U.S. Persons, and IonQ may decline to proceed with your application on those bases alone. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. US Non-Technical Jobs. Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!