Electrical Engineer (Space Systems)

Monarch Space Systems, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Transit subsidy

Parking subsidy

Job summary

Monarch Space Systems, Inc. in Cleveland, OH is seeking an Electrical Engineer (Space Systems) to contribute to high-reliability spacecraft electrical design and avionics integration.

This full-time role may be performed from Cleveland or remotely (U.S.-based) as the program wins dictate. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in aerospace/defense environments, familiarity with spacecraft power systems, and experience with schematic capture, PCB design, and harness documentation.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in aerospace/defense/government contractor environments.
• Familiarity with spacecraft power systems and avionics design.
• Experience with schematic capture, PCB design tools, and harness documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and test spacecraft electrical systems and avionics for aerospace and defense programs.
• Support power systems architecture, signal integrity analysis, and system integration activities.
• Develop schematics, PCB layouts, and harness designs for mission-critical space systems.
• Contribute to NASA and DoD proposals and technical documentation in coordination with capture teams.
• Participate in design reviews, validation campaigns, and verification testing for aerospace systems.
• Coordinate with propulsion and systems engineering teams on integrated spacecraft architectures.

Skills

Space systems

Schematic capture

PCB design

Power systems

NASA DoD exp

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering

M.S. Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

OrCAD

Job description

Engineering - Spacecraft & Avionics Mid-Senior High Priority Hire - Aligned with Active Contract Pursuits

Electrical Engineer (Space Systems)

Cleveland, OH (Primary) or Remote (U.S.-based) Full-Time Phased hiring based on investment timing and/or contract award Engineering - Spacecraft & Avionics $110,000-$165,000 annually

About the Role

Monarch Space Systems is seeking an Electrical Engineer with direct experience supporting high-reliability aerospace systems or government programs. This role contributes to mission-critical spacecraft electrical design, avionics integration, and power systems engineering. Ideal candidates will have prior experience with NASA Goddard Space Flight Center or similar institutions supporting space systems development.

Responsibilities

• Design and test spacecraft electrical systems and avionics for aerospace and defense programs
• Support power systems architecture, signal integrity analysis, and system integration activities
• Develop schematics, PCB layouts, and harness designs for mission-critical space systems
• Contribute to NASA and DoD proposals and technical documentation in coordination with capture teams
• Participate in design reviews, validation campaigns, and verification testing for aerospace systems
• Coordinate with propulsion and systems engineering teams on integrated spacecraft architectures

Ideal Candidate Profile

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or closely related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in aerospace, defense, or government contractor environments
• Familiarity with spacecraft power systems, signal processing, or avionics design
• Experience with schematic capture, PCB design tools, and harness design documentation

The qualifications above describe the ideal candidate profile for this position - not an inflexible checklist. Monarch Space Systems evaluates the whole of a candidate's experience, judgment, and mission alignment, and welcomes a conversation with individuals of exceptional ability whose backgrounds differ from the profile in some respects.

Certain criteria - including U.S. citizenship and export-control ( ITAR / EAR ) eligibility, where stated - are legal mandates and cannot be waived.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center or equivalent government research center
• Familiarity with spacecraft avionics and payload electrical systems integration
• Knowledge of NASA- STD and MIL -STD frameworks for electrical design and testing
• Experience supporting aerospace proposals or technical volume development

This position may require eligibility to access controlled or proprietary information and may be subject to confidentiality and employment agreements, including an NDA and role-specific restrictive covenants, in accordance with applicable laws.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off, federal holidays, and personal leave
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Downtown Cleveland parking or transit subsidy
• Collaborative, mission-driven institutional culture
• Exposure to NASA ecosystem and advanced space systems programs