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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