Senior Electrical Engineer

SwiftCruit; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Significant stock options

401(k) with employer matching

Full health coverage

Relocation assistance

Unlimited PTO

Free lunch when in-office

Free EV charging

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design mission-critical hardware systems. In this hands-on role, you'll manage the entire design lifecycle and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure operational success in various environments. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in custom PCB design and hold a degree in Electrical Engineering. The position offers a competitive salary range of $180,000 to $220,000 and a robust benefits package, including stock options and unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing and releasing custom PCBAs into production.
• Deep understanding of high-speed digital design, signal integrity, and power electronics.
• Ability to interpret and apply design specifications and datasheets.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy mission-critical hardware systems.
• Own the full design lifecycle for various hardware products.
• Collaborate closely with software, mechanical, and deployment teams.

Skills

Designing and releasing custom PCBAs

High-speed digital design

Signal integrity

Power electronics

Using PCB design software

Circuit simulation

Testing tools

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

KiCAD

Altium

LTSpice

Job description

Who we are

Picogrid is a leading venture-backed defense technology company founded to bridge the decades-long gap between modern technology and the critical demands of national security. Today, we're building the essential infrastructure to unify sensors, autonomy, and operators with our technology deployed in active operations around the world. Our mission is to deliver an operational advantage to secure the United States and its allies.

About the role

Picogrid is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design, build, and deploy mission-critical hardware systems that support U.S. defense operations. This is a hands‑on role at the intersection of embedded systems, mechanical integration, and high‑reliability design, where you will own key electrical components that power connected autonomous systems in the field.

You will own the full design lifecycle for various hardware products: from rapid prototyping and validation through production and direct field deployment. Your work is not bench‑bound; you will collaborate closely with software, mechanical, and deployment teams to ensure systems operate reliably in harsh environments from deserts to flightlines to active field operations. Expect fast iteration and minimal layers between your engineering and the end user, driving real‑world mission impact.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience designing and releasing custom PCBAs into production.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Deep understanding of high-speed digital design, signal integrity, power electronics, and common electronic components. Proven experience in schematic capture and PCB design for high-reliability applications (aerospace, defense, or similar industries preferred).

• Proficiency in PCB design software (KiCAD or Altium preferred), circuit simulation (LTSpice preferred), and testing tools (oscilloscopes, DMM, bench power supplies, data loggers).

• Expertise in power electronics design, PCIE, USB‑C 3.2, Ethernet, and POE.

• Growth mindset, results‑oriented focus, and proficiency in leveraging modern tools to maximize productivity.

• Ability to interpret and apply design specifications, datasheets, and technical drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Embedded Engineering, STM32, FreeRTOS, C/C++, Rust.

• Familiarity with git and CAD (OnShape preferred).

• Experience with defense, aerospace, or other high-reliability hardware, and designing systems for environmental robustness (temperature, vibration, ingress protection).

• Comfort supporting end-to-end system deployment, including in field settings.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $180,000 - $220,000 per year. Base salary is just one part of your total compensation package at Picogrid.

• Significant stock options with a high potential upside as an early-stage company

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Full health coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance)

• Relocation assistance provided (if applicable)

• Unlimited PTO (two-week minimum) and 11 paid holidays per year

• Paid parental leave for both parents

• Lunch provided when working in-office and a fully stocked kitchenette

• Free EV charging at the HQ

• Unique office in El Segundo, CA stocked with quality coffee, snacks, and craft beer

Export Control Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.