Space Electrical Engineer - Prototyping Flight-Ready Systems

InnoForge; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A VC backed startup in aerospace is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead the design and development of high-power systems for a space application. You will create and refine electrical architectures, design circuits, and support prototype evolution in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a strong foundation in electrical engineering, with hands-on experience in circuit design and testing. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering or a STEM field and experience with PCB design tools. This is a dynamic role ideal for those who thrive on solving complex challenges in innovative environments.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience developing and testing electrical systems or prototypes.
• Experience with three-phase systems and field-oriented control for bidirectional drives.
• Comfort working cross-functionally and managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine electrical architectures for a high-energy, motion-driven space system.
• Design circuits and produce detailed schematics with careful component selection.
• Support the build and evolution of prototypes while improving performance.

Skills

Circuit design

Schematic capture

Debugging and troubleshooting

Hands-on experience with electrical systems

Motor control

Cross-functional communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM discipline

Tools

PCB design tools (e.g. Altium)

Job description

A VC backed startup in aerospace is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead the design and development of high-power systems for a space application. You will create and refine electrical architectures, design circuits, and support prototype evolution in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a strong foundation in electrical engineering, with hands-on experience in circuit design and testing. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering or a STEM field and experience with PCB design tools. This is a dynamic role ideal for those who thrive on solving complex challenges in innovative environments.