Lead Electrical Engineer

Lumicity; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace startup is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to architect and develop cutting-edge avionics systems for next-generation space vehicles. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in space electronics and a strong background in high-speed signal design. This is a unique opportunity to work on technology that will literally leave the planet, with equity options and opportunities for growth in a rapidly evolving startup environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in space electronics.
• Proven background designing control modules.
• Strong skills in PCB design and prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of avionics systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other teams.
• Support schematic capture and layout guidance.

Skills

High-speed digital signals

Camera interfaces

Sensor data acquisition

Radiation effects knowledge

PCB design

Tools

Altium

Job description

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We’re an early-stage aerospace startup building advanced electronics systems for next-generation space vehicles and payloads. Our team is developing cutting-edge systems to enable high-speed capture and processing in some of the most extreme environments.

We’re seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to architect and guide the development of space-rated avionics systems someone who thrives at the intersection of hardware, high-speed data, and flight-proven reliability.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the electrical design and development of video processing units, and avionics systems for space applications
• Own the design of high-speed signal interfaces and camera/sensor integration
• Collaborate cross-functionally with systems, software, and mechanical teams to ensure end-to-end integration
• Design for radiation tolerance, thermal stability, and launch/space operational constraints
• Support schematic capture, layout guidance, bring-up, and test of custom PCBs (digital, analog, and mixed-signal)
• Interface with flight heritage components as well as novel custom electronics for next-gen payloads
• Evaluate and validate components for performance under thermal, vibration, and vacuum conditions
• Guide junior engineers and contribute to technical direction, roadmapping, and architecture

You Might Be a Fit If You Have:

• 5–10+ years of experience in space electronics, avionics, or aerospace hardware development
• Proven background designing control modules, video/data processing boards, or sensor systems for space or high-reliability environments
• Experience with high-speed digital signals, camera interfaces (e.g., MIPI, LVDS, SerDes), and sensor data acquisition
• Familiarity with radiation effects and EMI/EMC considerations
• Strong skills in PCB design (Altium or similar), schematic capture, and hands-on prototyping/debugging

Bonus Points For:

• Experience with space payload development, satellite buses, or cubesats
• Knowledge of FPGAs, optical sensor systems, and signal integrity
• Previous work on video recorders, storage systems, or data stream compression/handling
• Hands-on work with environmental testing: TVAC, vibration, radiation testing

Why Join Us

• Work on hardware that literally leaves the planet
• Hands-on access to space-grade tech and rapid iteration cycles
• Opportunity to grow into technical leadership at the earliest stage
• Equity in a growing business

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Design, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Space Research and Technology

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

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