Electrical Engineer

Planetlabs; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 144,500 - 180,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Equity

Job summary

Planetlabs in San Francisco is searching for an engineer to lead the design and production of its satellite constellation. You'll own the entire process, ensuring cutting-edge technology makes it to space.

This full-time hybrid role requires you to be in the office 3 days a week and offers a salary range of $144,500 to $180,600 USD. Join a team that values innovation and pushes boundaries in technology.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in taking designs from schematics to manufacturing.
• Experience with power, analog, and mixed signal PCB design.
• Ability to make decisions regarding design and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Electrical design of analog, power, thermal and mixed signal subsystems.
• Oversee design validation and qualification campaigns.
• Support for manufacturing and systems teams around electrical subsystem integration.

Skills

Electrical design

Analog and mixed signal design

PCB design

Embedded systems

Solder rework skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, or related field

Tools

Altium

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Multimeters

Job description

Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.

Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world’s toughest obstacles.

As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.

We have a people‑centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.

Planet is a global company with employees working remotely worldwide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and the Netherlands.

About the Role

Join a small, dedicated team driving the design and end‑to‑end production of Planet’s cutting‑edge satellite constellation. This is your chance to own the process, from concept to flight, optimizing for medium‑scale mass production. If you are passionate about contributing technology to a mission that is actively monitoring and changing the world, and are excited by the idea of seeing your hardware launched into space aboard a rocket, this is the role for you. We are looking for an engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is ready to take our satellite designs to the next level.

This is a full‑time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week.

Impact You’ll Own

• Electrical design of analog, power, thermal and mixed signal subsystems from requirements through architecture and detailed design


• Schematic capture, power/signal integrity simulations; guide and review layout design


• Harness design including selection of components, signal definition, coordinating with mechanical engineering to define lengths, and generating fabrication drawings


• Oversight of design validation and qualification campaigns including power / signal integrity, EMI / EMC, interoperability, etc.


• Analog and mixed signal design including interfaces to thermal systems, sensors and actuators


• Support for manufacturing and systems teams around electrical subsystem integration

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field


• 4+ years of experience in taking designs from schematics to manufacturing


• Experience with power, analog, and mixed signal PCB design


• Experience with Altium tools for PCB design


• Experience using lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters


• Excellent solder rework skills


• Experience with embedded systems and peripheral interfaces (e.g., I2C, SPI, USB, CAN, Ethernet, etc)


• Ability to make decisions regarding design and implementation

What Makes You Stand Out

• Knowledge of high speed design and DC‑DC converters


• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python

Application Deadline

August 12, 2026 by 11:59 p / 23:59 CET (Central European Time)

EAR/ITAR Requirements

This position requires access to export‑controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export‑controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

Benefits While Working at Planet

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans


• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution


• Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company‑wide days off


• 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave


• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Home Office Reimbursement


• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement


• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning


• Equity


• Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)


• Volunteering Paid Time Off

Compensation

The US base salary range for this full‑time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short‑term and long‑term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job‑related experience, skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

San Francisco Salary Range

$144,500 — $180,600 USD

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

EEO statement

Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Accommodations

Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please reach out to [e-mail] or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.