Space-Grade PCB Layout Designer

Space Dynamics Laboratory; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Dynamics Laboratory in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Printed Circuit Board Designer to work with electrical and mechanical engineers on space-grade PCB designs. You will contribute to high-performance boards in an EDA environment, ensuring precision and reliability for critical missions.

You will design rigid, rigid-flex, and flex boards, support board validation and packaging, and assist with fabrication, assembly, and DFM reviews to meet stringent requirements.

Qualifications

• Associates degree, certificate, or equivalent electronics experience required.
• Strong knowledge of electronic components and their basic functions.
• Able to work independently and in a team with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Works with electrical engineers in the design of class 3 space leading-edge technology PCB designs.
• Designs rigid, rigid-flex, and flex circuit boards for high-speed digital, high power, analog and RF boards.
• Collaborates with mechanical engineers to ensure board size, keep outs, and mechanical fit.
• Participates in all hardware development phases including PCB design, fabrication and assembly.
• Reviews footprints and 3D models with librarian to ensure correct part fitment.
• Coordinates with PCB design senior technologist on stackups, power integrity, and signal integrity.
• Engages PCB manufacturers on DFM considerations and guidance.
• Assists with PWA drawings as needed.

Skills

Electronic components knowledge

Independent work

Written and verbal communication

US citizenship

Education

Associate degree or certificate

Tools

Xpedition Layout

PCB Design

Job description

Space Dynamics Laboratory in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Printed Circuit Board Designer to work with electrical and mechanical engineers on space-grade PCB designs. You will contribute to high-performance boards in an EDA environment, ensuring precision and reliability for critical missions.

You will design rigid, rigid-flex, and flex boards, support board validation and packaging, and assist with fabrication, assembly, and DFM reviews to meet stringent requirements.