Principal Avionics Architect for Space Systems

Parallax Space; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Parallax Space in Denver is seeking a Principal Avionics Engineer to architect and own the core avionics offerings for space vehicles. You will define a modular product line and lead trade studies from architecture through qualification, while driving producibility for repeatable flight hardware.

This high-ownership role requires hands-on expertise in flight computing, C&DH, power, interfaces, and radiation effects, with leadership across engineering teams and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Experience architecting avionics systems from requirements to flight.
• Hands-on schematic design, PCB development, and lab bring-up.
• Knowledge of radiation, space environments, and EMI/EMC.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Architect and own Parallax core avionics offerings and product line.
• Define avionics architecture, flight computers, C&DH, power, and interfaces.
• Lead trade studies balancing performance, size, weight, and reliability.
• Oversee design, qualification, and producibility for flight hardware.
• Lead readiness reviews and coordinate with systems, software, and mechanical teams.
• Hire, mentor, and grow the avionics team; set standards.

Skills

Architectural leadership

Systems thinking

Hands-on electronics

Schematic design & PCB bring-up

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical/Computer/Aerospace Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Altium or similar EDA tools

Circuit simulation tools

Job description

Parallax Space in Denver is seeking a Principal Avionics Engineer to architect and own the core avionics offerings for space vehicles. You will define a modular product line and lead trade studies from architecture through qualification, while driving producibility for repeatable flight hardware.

This high-ownership role requires hands-on expertise in flight computing, C&DH, power, interfaces, and radiation effects, with leadership across engineering teams and customers.