Electrical Engineer – Satellite Systems

Xona Space Systems; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in satellite technology is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and test critical electrical subsystems for next-generation satellite navigation systems. The role offers the chance to work on innovative space solutions in a collaborative environment with experienced engineers, contributing fully to the lifecycle of satellite hardware.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field required.
• Familiarity with electrical design tools desirable.
• Hands-on experience with electrical testing and debugging needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical subsystems for satellites.
• Support integration of electrical systems with other subsystems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems with lab equipment.

Skills

Electrical design and simulation tools

Debugging and testing

Collaborative mindset

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

KiCad

Spice

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Description

Join Xona Space Systems and contribute to the development of next-generation satellite navigation by designing and testing critical electrical subsystems. As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll work alongside experienced team members to support the full lifecycle of satellite hardware, from design through integration and testing.

Description

Join Xona Space Systems and contribute to the development of next-generation satellite navigation by designing and testing critical electrical subsystems. As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll work alongside experienced team members to support the full lifecycle of satellite hardware, from design through integration and testing.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop electrical subsystems, including avionics, power distribution, and interconnect systems
• Collaborate with senior engineers to integrate electrical systems with other satellite subsystems (Power, Structural, Software, MAIT)
• Participate in hardware design reviews, schematic capture, and layout reviews
• Support the development and execution of electrical test plans, from breadboard prototypes to flight hardware
• Troubleshoot and debug electrical systems using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power meters, etc.)
• Source electrical components and verify compliance with system requirements
• Assist in creating electrical interface documentation for satellite subsystems
• Contribute to assembly, integration, and test (AIT) activities, including system-level validation
  
  

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field (recent graduates or those with limited industry experience are encouraged to apply)
• Familiarity with electrical design and simulation tools (e.g., Altium, KiCad, Spice)
• Basic understanding of electronics, power systems, and signal integrity, with an eagerness to learn about space-specific applications
• Hands-on experience with electrical testing and debugging (e.g. oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power meters)
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset and the ability to communicate effectively
• A passion for learning and growing in the aerospace industry
• To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e. Green Card holder), or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Exposure to satellite systems, avionics, or electrical power systems (EPS)
  
  

Salary Description

Range for base salary: $110,000 -$150,000

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Space Research and Technology

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