Electrical Engineer - Build Next-Generation Launch and High-Energy SystemsEmeryville, CA | On-site
Opportunity SummaryOne of our partner companies is a venture-backed startup developing novel approaches to high-speed launch and advanced propulsion systems. The team is focused on building scalable, hardware-driven solutions to enable more efficient access to space and next-generation aerospace capabilities. This role is a hands-on Electrical Engineer position working across core subsystems that power a high-energy launch platform. You will contribute to the design, build, and testing of electronics spanning embedded systems, high-voltage hardware, and data acquisition. The work is highly collaborative and directly tied to real-world system performance, with clear opportunities to grow into broader technical ownership over time.
Job Duties- Support design and development of electrical systems across a high-energy accelerator platform
- Create schematics, perform PCB layout, and select components for critical subsystems
- Assist with hardware assembly, integration, and validation in both lab and field environments
- Contribute to embedded firmware development and debugging within data acquisition and control systems
- Troubleshoot electrical and firmware issues across integrated systems
- Develop and maintain technical documentation for hardware and embedded systems
- Work cross-functionally with mechanical, fluids, and software teams to ensure system integration
- Support system-level testing to validate performance, reliability, and safety requirements
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 2+ years of relevant industry, academic, or research experience
- Experience with PCB design and circuit development tools
- Familiarity with embedded systems and microcontrollers
- Comfortable using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers
- Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work in a hands-on, fast-paced engineering environment
- Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Preferred Experience- Experience with embedded platforms such as ARM, STM32, or similar
- Exposure to high-voltage systems or power electronics
- Background in analog or mixed-signal circuit design
- Familiarity with RF systems or signal integrity considerations
- Understanding of EMC and EMI design practices
Compensation Details$120,000 - $160,000
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