Electrical Hardware Engineer

Muonspace; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Three weeks paid vacation

Job summary

Muonspace is seeking a motivated Early Career Electrical Hardware Engineer to join our team in San Jose, CA. The role involves designing, developing, and testing electrical systems for spacecraft avionics. Candidates should have 0-3 years of relevant experience and be familiar with basic electronic components and systems.

This hybrid position offers three days of on-site work per week. Full-time employees receive comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, equity compensation, and generous vacation time.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in hardware engineering, with exposure to electronic systems.
• Familiarity with basic electronic components and circuits.
• Understanding of microcontroller basics and common communication interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of electrical systems for spacecraft.
• Assist in testing and validation of newly designed hardware.
• Collaborate with software engineers on integration of hardware and software.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Schematic capture and PCB layout software (e.g., Altium, Cadence/Orcad)

Basic electronic components and test equipment

Job description

About the role

Muon Space is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Early Career Electrical Hardware Engineer to join our growing team in San Jose, CA. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design, development, and testing of cutting‑edge electrical hardware for our next‑generation spacecraft. You will work closely with experienced engineers across various disciplines to bring innovative satellite systems to life.

This position is hybrid and requires working on‑site in our San Jose, CA office three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of electrical systems for spacecraft avionics, including areas such as flight computers, power distribution, guidance and navigation, sensors, actuators, and communication systems.
• Participate in schematic capture and PCB layout with the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist in the bring‑up, testing, and validation of newly designed hardware.
• Collaborate with software engineers on the integration and testing of hardware and software components.
• Build and test early hardware prototypes to evaluate design concepts and mitigate risks.
• Work cross‑functionally with mechanical, software, systems, and production teams to ensure successful integration and manufacturability of hardware.
• Contribute to the creation of design documentation, test procedures, and reports.
• Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Qualifications

• Prefer, but don’t require B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in hardware engineering, preferably with exposure to electronic systems (relevant internships and academic projects will be considered).
• Familiarity with basic electronic components, circuits, and test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies).
• Exposure to schematic capture and PCB layout software (e.g., Altium, Cadence/Orcad).
• Understanding of microcontroller basics and common communication interfaces (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C).
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a hands‑on approach to engineering challenges.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A strong desire to learn and contribute in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Experience with embedded systems or basic embedded programming concepts.
• Familiarity with environmental testing considerations (e.g., vibration, thermal, EMI).
• Exposure to scripting languages like Python for test automation or data analysis.
• Participation in relevant student projects or clubs (e.g., robotics, aerospace).

Salary

The salary range for this role is $144,000 - $164,000, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process.

Benefits

In addition to salary, full‑time employees receive equity compensation as well as benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long term disability and life insurance. We also offer three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time and paid parental leave.

EEO Statement

Our mission embraces the entire planet and we believe our team should too. Muon is dedicated to creating a diverse and dynamic company and workforce. We believe in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or gender identity. We value diversity in the workplace, and that starts with our applicants. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes, and we look forward to reviewing your application! In addition, if you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.