Senior Electrical Engineer

Shoot The Moon Rocket Technologies, Inc.; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoot The Moon Rocket Technologies, Inc. is seeking a motivated Sr. Electrical Engineer to join their innovative development team in Alameda, California. The role involves designing and testing advanced electronic systems, including high-speed and high-voltage PCBs, with opportunities to work on state-of-the-art technologies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and proficiency in PCB design tools like Altium Designer. You'll play a pivotal role in prototyping, testing, and debugging, collaborating closely with a talented team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree.
• Proficiency in PCB design software, preferably Altium Designer.
• Programming experience in Verilog and C.

Responsibilities

• Design and test PCBs, including high-speed and high-voltage circuits.
• Prototype, assemble, and test PCBs, including soldering and component-level debugging.
• Support and lead system-level testing and prototype integration.

Skills

PCB design software proficiency

FPGA development

Programming in Verilog and C

Hands-on experience with lab test equipment

Solid understanding of electronics fundamentals

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

SolidWorks

Job description

Electrical Engineer – SHOOT THE MOON ROCKET TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

Position Summary

STMR is seeking a motivated and innovative Sr. Electrical Engineer to join our cutting‑edge development team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the design, prototyping, assembly, testing, and debugging of advanced electronic systems, including high‑speed, high‑voltage, analog, and digital PCBs. This position offers the opportunity to work on state‑of‑the‑art technologies in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where creativity and initiative are highly valued.

About STMR

STMR develops advanced electromagnetic launch technology for applications in space launch and drone defense. As part of a family of innovative companies, we also create state‑of‑the‑art LiDAR sensors and active suspension marine platforms that deliver smooth rides in challenging waters. Our team thrives on cutting‑edge engineering and bold innovation.

Responsibilities and Roles

• Design and test PCBs, including high‑speed and high‑voltage circuits, analog and digital systems.
• Create and maintain schematics, layouts, and BOMs using industry‑standard PCB design tools such as Altium Designer.
• Prototype, assemble, and test PCBs, including soldering and component‑level debugging using oscilloscopes, signal generators, DMMs, and other lab instrumentation.
• Develop, simulate, and verify circuit designs using SPICE or equivalent tools.
• Program and integrate FPGAs, including logic design using Verilog or VHDL.
• Support and lead system‑level testing and prototype integration, collaborating closely with other engineers and technicians.
• Debug complex systems, including software, hardware, and electromechanical interactions.
• Document test procedures, design revisions, and performance data to ensure design traceability.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent degree.
• Proficiency in PCB design software, preferably Altium Designer or PADs.
• Programming experience in Verilog and C.
• Solid understanding of FPGA design and development.
• Familiarity with SPICE simulation tools for circuit verification.
• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals, including analog and digital circuit theory.
• Hands‑on experience with lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, soldering, etc.).

Nice to Haves

• Experience with high‑voltage or pulsed power systems.
• Knowledge of high‑speed PCB design principles and signal integrity.
• Experience using mechanical design tools such as SolidWorks.
• Experience with system integration and multidisciplinary prototypes.
• Self‑motivated and proactive, with a passion for innovation and new technology development.
• Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in an iterative, fast‑moving R&D environment.