Electrical Engineer - Advanced Development

Voyager Space; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

A leading space technology firm in El Segundo, CA seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer for Advanced Development. The role involves designing, integrating, and qualifying complex electronic hardware systems primarily for in-space applications. Candidates must have at least 7 years of experience in high-speed PCB design, along with a solid background in digital logic and power circuitry. The position offers a competitive salary range of $135,000-$185,000, flexible work options, and various employee benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience designing high-speed printed circuit boards.
• Solid understanding of digital logic, power circuitry, and high-speed PCB design techniques.
• Experience with board simulations and working knowledge of processor and DSP.

Responsibilities

• Document circuit board requirements from system requirements.
• Create schematic drawings for complex high-speed PCBAs.
• Develop PCB assembly test plans and validate designs.

Skills

High-speed PCB design

Signal integrity

Power circuitry

FPGAs/PLDs

Circuit board validation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Advanced Development

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security, and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission‑critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets, leading in the race for technological and operational superiority from the ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers, and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt, and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers, and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

The Electrical Engineer – Advanced Development in our Technology and Advanced Development department is responsible for the design, integration, and qualification of complex electronic hardware systems supporting these novel technology development efforts. The role emphasizes high‑reliability design and technical leadership for in‑space computing systems. The engineer provides technical direction and works closely with other engineering functions to ensure electrical system architectures meet performance, safety, and mission assurance standards.

This role reports to the Vice President of Technology Development and is part of the Technology and Advanced Development department based in El Segundo, CA. It is onsite and/or hybrid based in El Segundo, CA.

Responsibilities

• Derive and document circuit board requirements from system/top‑level requirements.
• Create schematic drawings for complex high‑speed Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs).
• Create functional and design specifications.
• Layout and/or guide the layout of printed complex Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).
• When and where needed, assist with manufacturing of complex PCBAs.
• Work with signal integrity, mechanical, and power during board design and testing.
• Develop printed circuit board assembly test plans and procedures to assure that performance meets specifications.
• Validate the design; troubleshoot and test complex circuit boards.
• Provide system integration and test troubleshooting support.
• Be able to meet aggressive/accelerated schedule deadlines.
• Support internal and external design and development gate reviews with related documentation.
• Participate in proposals and trade studies, including evaluating contractor and subcontractor proposals for technical feasibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 7+ years of experience designing high‑speed printed circuit boards.
• Solid understanding of digital logic, signal integrity, power circuitry, and high‑speed PCB design and simulation techniques.
• Experience with FPGAs/PLDs, Ethernet PHYs, high‑speed memories, PLLs, voltage regulators, switching, etc.
• Knowledge of computer and system architecture.
• Experience with board simulations and working knowledge of processor, DSP, and associated interface.
• Experience in a project from bring‑up through production ramp.
• Experience in creating/reviewing validation/diagnostic test plans.
• Experience with developing tests and debugging in the lab.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of analog and power experience preferred.
• Ability to perform layout of printed circuit boards preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The good faith base salary range for this role is $135,000–$185,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company, and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long‑term contracts and FREE on‑demand workout videos before you enroll.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% to help you build long‑term financial security.
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well‑being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission‑driven environment.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.