Electrical Engineer — Spacecraft Hardware & Prototyping

Starfish Space Inc.; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Starfish Space Inc. is seeking an electrical engineer to support the production and refinement of the Otter space-tug hardware. This role emphasizes designing electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and hands-on prototyping for autonomous satellite servicing in orbit.

You will work in a fast-paced startup environment in Tukwila, WA, applying circuit theory and manufacturing processes to space hardware, with ITAR considerations and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience using circuit design and analysis software.
• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with electrical circuit theory and electrical manufacturing processes.
• Must be a US person due to ITAR regulations (citizen, permanent resident, or designated asylee / refugee).
• Willing to work from Tukwila, Washington.
• Capable of working a dynamic, fast paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Support production and refinement efforts of Otter space-tug hardware.
• Design electrical schematics and PCB layouts for space hardware.
• Collaborate with mechanical and software teams to integrate HW/SW.

Skills

Circuit design

Electrical theory

Electrical manufacturing

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

PCB layouts

Job description

Starfish Space Inc. is seeking an electrical engineer to support the production and refinement of the Otter space-tug hardware. This role emphasizes designing electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and hands-on prototyping for autonomous satellite servicing in orbit.

You will work in a fast-paced startup environment in Tukwila, WA, applying circuit theory and manufacturing processes to space hardware, with ITAR considerations and cross-disciplinary collaboration.