Vectoratomic

Senior Electrical Engineer- Space

Pleasanton, California, United States · Senior

Work authorization required$142k-$186kDetected 41 days ago

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About the role

We are seeking experienced electronic engineers to join a multidisciplinary team of physicists and electrical, mechanical, software, and optical engineers.

Lead the high‑level electrical architecture for next‑generation quantum sensors, balancing size, weight, power, and performance (SWaPC).
Collaborate across disciplines to translate system requirements into detailed electronic designs.
Own end‑to‑end PCB development, including requirements definition, schematic design, layout, fabrication coordination, and performance verification.
Support system integration and testing to ensure instrument‑level requirements are met.
Develop new circuits and adapt existing designs for reliable operation in LEO.
Partner with firmware and RTL engineers to implement radiation‑tolerant techniques such as error detection/correction, bit scrubbing, and recovery methods.
Create environmental test plans simulating LEO conditions; estimate FIT rates and electronics lifetimes based on mission parameters.
Oversee testing at external facilities and refine test protocols to optimize outcomes.
Use electronic test and measurement equipment to characterize and validate design performance.

To comply with the US export control laws, Vector Atomic employees must be U.S. citizens (born or naturalized), lawful U.S. permanent residents (i.e. green card holders), and certain categories of refugees, and asylees.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) with 6+ years of experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years.
Minimum 3 years of experience designing electronics for space applications, particularly LEO missions.

Experience with space‑qualified microprocessors or FPGA families.
Understanding of digital signal processing techniques and FPGA implementation constraints.
Experience with AS9100‑compliant processes is a plus.
Vector Atomic values teamwork, open and honest discourse, and work-life balance.
Please note that it is less common for candidates to be hired at the top of this range, as final compensation is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Vector Atomic does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings.
No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team.

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