Electrical Engineer, Spacecraft PCB Design (San Francisco)

Planet builds its satellites with the rigour of aerospace and the speed of mass production. As an Electrical Engineer you own the electrical, data and embedded hardware that runs its spacecraft, and test your boards for the harsh conditions of space.

Key responsibilities

• Lead electrical design of analog, power and mixed-signal subsystems
• Capture schematics, run simulations and review layouts
• Design harnesses and fabrication drawings
• Bring up, debug and validate designs
• Develop power supply designs with EMC in mind
• Build tests with manufacturing teams at the satellite factories

Requirements

• 2+ years taking designs from schematics to manufacturing
• A degree in Electrical, Computer or Aerospace Engineering
• Power converter, analog and mixed-signal PCB design
• Lab equipment experience

Location and schedule

• Hybrid: you work from the San Francisco office 3 days a week
• Up to 25% travel to Planet's Berlin office

Salary and benefits

US base salary $114,200 to $142,700 a year, plus possible bonus and equity. Benefits include medical, dental and vision cover, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, and tuition support.

How to apply

Apply on the company's own site.