Senior Electronics Engineer

Spherical Systems; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working environment

Space-grade electronics project

Collaborative engineering culture

Job summary

SPHERICAL is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer with experience in design for space applications to own the end-to-end design, verification and test of space hardware in a fast-moving team. You will lead complex PCB design, architect systems and collaborate with suppliers and ESA partners to ensure reliability.

You will operate in a hybrid Randstad-based role, applying ECSS standards, performing reliability analyses, and guiding junior engineers while delivering high‑quality space hardware

Qualifications

• Strong PCB design and layout skills.
• Experience with space and PA/QA standards such as ECSS.
• Familiar with reliability analyses like FMECA, WCA and PSA.
• Good understanding of power electronics.
• Familiarity with requirements management.
• Understanding of full electronics life-cycle (design, manufacture, test, qualification).
• Desire to thrive in fast and dynamic development environments.

Responsibilities

• Design complex electronic systems: analyse requirements, derive internal requirements, and architect systems to fulfill them.
• Lead test and qualification of systems for high‑reliability use in a space environment.
• Be the main point of contact for technical matters with the external PCBA assembly supply chain.
• Lead technical reviews with customers and high‑profile organisations, like ESA.
• Set an example of high‑quality and principled design within SPHERICAL.
• Support and inspire junior engineers.

Skills

PCB design

ECSS experience

Reliability analysis

Power electronics

Requirements management

Lifecycle design

Education

BSc/BEng in Electronics Engineering

Tools

FPGAs

Job description

About SPHERICAL

SPHERICAL is a leading space electronics company delivering state‑of‑the‑art satellite power and control electronics. Deliverying high‑power systems to world‑class customers with a focus on reliability and flexability. The are uniquely full‑stack with integrated teams across electronic systems, microchips and software.

About The Role

We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Electronics Engineer with experience in design for space applications to join our world‑class engineering team. As part of our mission to build the world's best satellites by leveraging microchip design, you will play a crucial role in designing the next generation of space systems, with complete ownership of the design, verification, and test of the space hardware you develop. If you are looking for a challenge with ownership and the ability to make an impact on engineering projects while working with leading space companies then this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design complex electronic systems:
  • Analyse requirements, derive internal requirements, and architect systems to fulfill them
  • Collaboratively define microchip specifications and interfaces
  • Design PCB assemblies of the system
  • Lead the test and qualification of systems for high‑reliability use in a space environment
• Be the main point of contact for technical matters with the external PCBA assembly supply chain
• Lead technical reviews with customers and high‑profile organisations, like ESA.
• Set an example of high‑quality and principled design within SPHERICAL
• Support and inspire junior engineers

Required Qualifications

• Strong PCB design and layout skills
• Experience with space and PA/QA standards such as ECSS
• Familiar with reliability analyses like FMECA, WCA and PSA
• Good understanding of power electronics
• Familiarity with requirements management
• Understanding of full electronics life‑cycle (design, manufacture, test, qualification)
• Desire to thrive in fast and dynamic development environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FPGAs
• Project management skills
• A minimum of BSc/Beng, or equivalent, in Electronics Engineering

What We Offer

• Join a growing startup with funding secured from private venture capital and public bodies like the European Space Agency and the European Innovation Council
• Work with highly ambitious, skilled, and experienced team members with strong technical track‑record across satellite and semiconductor technology development combined with skilled commercial and fundraising capabilities
• An empowered work environment where you are encouraged to take a leading role in the team's work reshaping industry paradigms

Practicalities

• Full time
• Based in the Randstad area, Netherlands
• Hybrid working environment, min. 1 day/week onsite to build strong team dynamic, focused work from home possible other days
• Reporting to Marcos Compadre, Head of Electronic Systems

Important!

If you think you have what it takes but are unsure you check every box, we still want to hear from you. Your ability to creatively solve complex challenges and practical experience in designing/building/coding technology tops specific qualifications or tools.

Studies have shown that women and other marginalized groups apply to jobs only when they meet 100% of the qualifications. However, at SPHERICAL, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workplace and encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement.

If you're passionate about electronic systems engineering and eager to contribute to innovative projects in the space industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.