Observable Space

Electrical Engineer (Lasercom)

Los Angeles, CA

Sponsorship not specified$140k-$170kDetected 16 days ago

RESTPCB DesignAltiumEMI/EMCElectrical EngineeringResearchCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team.
This role will involve deep engagement with our product line of telescopes and observatory hardware.
This role will report to the Director of Electrical Engineering.

Design and develop electronic circuits, PCBs, and wire harnesses for telescope and observatory hardware.
Perform circuit simulations, schematic capture, and layout reviews to ensure functionality, reliability, and manufacturability.
Build and test prototypes, including PCB bring-up, rework, and modification (soldering, trace cutting, wiring).
Develop and execute test procedures for electrical subsystems, ensuring design meets performance and safety requirements.
Perform root cause analysis and debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, and spectrum analyzers.
Collaborate with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to integrate electrical designs into complete systems.
Define and document electrical interfaces, block diagrams, product requirements, assembly drawings, and other supporting documents to support cross-team integration.
Support design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for reliability (DFR) reviews to ensure smooth transition from prototype to production.
We require a minimum of 3 days per week in our office to support collaboration and team culture.

2+ years of experience in a relevant electrical engineering role.
Strong understanding of DC power circuits, motor drivers, common interfaces/protocols (I2C, SPI, CAN, Ethernet, MIPI, PCIe), ADCs, microcontrollers, opamps, and transistor circuits.
Excellent circuit debugging skills, knowledge of power supplies, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, multimeters.
Experience with circuit simulation and design tools.
Experience with Altium (or similar PCB software) and LTSpice (or similar software).
Ability to thrive in a fast paced dynamic environment where rapid prototyping is the norm.

Experience with signal integrity simulation software (Hyperlynx, SIwave).
Experience with electromagnetics simulation software (ADS, HFSS).
Real world experience with DSPs and ultra high speed conversion and amplification circuitry (100+GHz)
Experience with high-reliability validation testing campaigns.
Experience with high speed SerDes interface design and testing.
Experience mitigating mechanical failure points for PCBs in vibration environments.
A love of astronomy, physics, and science.
We encourage everyone to rest, recharge, and take care of themselves.

Competitive Compensation - A salary package aligned with industry standards and your experience.
Salary Range | $140,000 - $170,000

Equity Opportunities - Take part in our success with stock options.
Unlimited PTO - Take the time you need with our flexible, trust-based vacation policy, including paid holidays.
Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of the premium paid by the employer for employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Mission-Driven Culture - Be part of a team working on meaningful challenges with real-world impact.
Flexible Work Environment - Enjoy working from our office or in a hybrid work setup with the flexibility to work remotely part of the week.

equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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