Picogrid

Picogrid

Senior Electrical Engineer

El Segundo, CA · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$180k-$220kDetected 21 days ago
RustC++GitPCB DesignAltiumKiCadEmbedded SystemsPower Electronics

About the role

  • Expect fast iteration and minimal layers between your engineering and the end user, driving real-world mission impact.

Responsibilities

  • Today, we're building the essential infrastructure to unify sensors, autonomy, and operators with our technology deployed in active operations around the world.
  • Your work is not bench-bound; you will collaborate closely with software, mechanical, and deployment teams to ensure systems operate reliably in harsh environments from deserts to flightlines to active field operations.
  • This is a hands-on role at the intersection of embedded systems, mechanical integration, and high-reliability design, where you will own key electrical components that power connected autonomous systems in the field.
  • You will own the full design lifecycle for various hardware products: from rapid prototyping and validation through production and direct field deployment. Your work is not bench-bound
  • you will collaborate closely with software, mechanical, and deployment teams to ensure systems operate reliably in harsh environments from deserts to flightlines to active field operations.
  • You will own the full design lifecycle for various hardware products: from rapid prototyping and validation through production and direct field deployment.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of industry experience designing and releasing custom PCBAs into production.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Growth mindset, results-oriented focus, and proficiency in leveraging modern tools to maximize productivity.

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with Embedded Engineering, STM32, FreeRTOS, C/C++, Rust.
  • Familiarity with git and CAD (OnShape preferred).
  • Experience with defense, aerospace, or other high-reliability hardware, and designing systems for environmental robustness (temperature, vibration, ingress protection).
  • Comfort supporting end-to-end system deployment, including in field settings.
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Relocation assistance provided (if applicable)
  • Lunch provided when working in-office and a fully stocked kitchenette
  • Free EV charging at the HQ

Compensation

  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Relocation assistance provided (if applicable)
  • Unlimited PTO (two-week minimum) and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Lunch provided when working in-office and a fully stocked kitchenette
  • Free EV charging at the HQ
  • Unique office in El Segundo, CA stocked with quality coffee, snacks, and craft beer

Benefits

  • Significant stock options with a high potential upside as an early-stage company
  • Full health coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance)
  • Paid parental leave for both parents

Company info

  • Picogrid is a leading venture-backed defense technology company founded to bridge the decades-long gap between modern technology and the critical demands of national security.
  • Our mission is to deliver an operational advantage to secure the United States and its allies.
  • Picogrid is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design, build, and deploy mission-critical hardware systems that support U.S. defense operations.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • We are an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Export Control Requirements

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