Electrical Engineer

  • Hydrosat
  • Carlsbad, California
  • Full Time
Electrical Engineer

Hybrid

Carlsbad, United States

Space Segment Engineering

Job details

Job description

is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to support the design, analysis, and development of flight hardware for space-based payloads and related systems. This role involves electrical architecture, schematic and layout design, firmware development, and prototype testing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in space electronics and a passion for building reliable systems that operate in challenging environments.

Responsibilities:

Develop and refine electrical requirements for space payloads and flight hardware

Design and analyze electrical systems including digital processing, power distribution, signal integrity, and interface control

Develop software & firmware to support embedded systems and payload functionality

Develop test hardware and software for integration and testing of flight hardware

Oversee prototype hardware development, integration, and testing

Collaborate with systems engineering and cross-disciplinary teams (mechanical, thermal, optical, etc.) to ensure system-level performance

Prepare electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and documentation for procurement and manufacturing

Support environmental testing and qualification of flight hardware

Manage configuration control of released designs and firmware

Conduct trade studies and present design review materials to internal and external stakeholders

Job requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred

10+ years of experience in electrical design and analysis for space systems or high-reliability environments

Proficiency in industry-standard tools for schematic capture, PCB layout, and electrical analysis

Experience with firmware development for embedded systems

Proficient with test equipment such as lab bench power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers

Familiarity with space environmental constraints and testing (thermal vacuum, radiation, EMI/EMC)

Strong documentation and communication skills

Preferred Experience:

Experience with payload electronics, RF systems, or power systems for space applications

Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication and test

Familiarity with industry standards such as: IPC-2221 (Generic Standard on Printed Board Design), IPC-A-610 (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) NASA-STD-8739.1 (Workmanship for Electronic Assemblies), NASA-STD-8739.4 (Crimping, Interconnecting Cables, Harnesses), NASA-STD-8739.6 (Electrostatic Discharge Control)

Hybrid

Carlsbad, California, United States

Space Segment Engineering
Job ID: 489101466
Originally Posted on: 8/12/2025

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