Director of Electrical Engineering

Overview Energy

$130K — $180K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer engineering, aerospace, or related discipline.
  • Minimum of 8 years in electrical engineering with a track record in technical roles.
  • Leadership experience in managing avionics projects for satellite development.
  • Strong knowledge of electronic principles and electrical systems including power electronics and communication interfaces.
  • Expertise in electrical circuit design for production-ready solutions.
  • Proficiency with electronic lab instruments.
  • U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development of satellite avionics and electrical subsystems from concept to production.
  • Manage project schedules and ensure timely hardware deliverables.
  • Develop technical roadmaps with recommendations for system improvements.
  • Ensure designs meet safety, industry standards, and mission requirements.
  • Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in engineering workflows.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Disability and life insurance coverage.
  • Health and wellness stipend.
  • 6 weeks of paid time off.
  • Parental leave and employer 401K matching.
Full Job Description
The Role

This position leads the end-to-end development of satellite payload electrical hardware, including avionics and electrical power systems (EPS), spanning all phases from concept and design through testing, qualification, production, and operational support. As part of the space development team, you will work closely with multidisciplinary engineers and participate in integrated testing campaigns. We are seeking candidates passionate about spacecraft electrical hardware design who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to an ambitious mission.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the design and development of satellite avionics and electrical subsystems from concept through production and operations
  • Manage project schedules and deliverables to ensure on-time hardware delivery
  • Develop technical roadmaps and recommend future system and process improvements
  • Ensure designs meet industry standards, safety requirements, and mission objectives
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering workflows, collaboration, and communication

Required Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer engineering, aerospace or a related engineering discipline
  • Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in electrical engineering with demonstrated progression in technical roles
  • Proven leadership in managing avionics projects within satellite development programs
  • Strong expertise in electronic principles and electrical systems, including power electronics, communication interfaces (such as RS-422), signal integrity, and grounding techniques
  • Proficiency with standard electronic laboratory instruments
  • Demonstrated proficiency in applying core electrical circuit design concepts with both discrete and integrated components to deliver production-ready solutions that fulfill specified requirements
  • U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Advanced knowledge of the space environment and the radiation tolerance required for designing electronics for orbital application long-term reliability in extreme conditions
  • Comprehensive experience across the complete electronic product development lifecycle, including schematic design, PCBA layout, circuit analysis, technical reviews, documentation management, procurement processes, design verification testing, qualification procedures and production
  • Proficiency with Atlassian Jira and Confluence
  • Experience working in a startup environment with direct founder involvement and exposure to fast-paced product development and cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

We take care of our people. In addition to competitive salary and equity, Overview Energy offers comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage, a health and wellness stipend, 4 weeks paid time off, 2 weeks sick leave, parental leave, and 401(k) matching. Benefits are subject to change at the Company's discretion.

ITAR Requirements

This position is subject to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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