Electrical Engineer I

Longshot

$120K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • 0-3 years of industry experience or equivalent academic/research experience.
  • Familiarity with PCB design tools like Altium or KiCad.
  • Experience with embedded systems such as RP2040 or ARM.
  • Knowledge of firmware is a bonus.
  • Proficiency with lab tools like oscilloscopes and multimeters.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design, testing, and integration of electronic systems for the vehicle.
  • Contribute to schematic capture and PCB layout for key subsystems.
  • Support assembly and troubleshooting of hardware in various environments.
  • Develop and debug embedded firmware for data acquisition systems.
  • Design and qualify the electrical systems architecture.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation for systems.
  • Collaborate to ensure electrical systems meet performance goals.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and dental insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and paid sick leave
  • Equity opportunities
  • Professional development opportunities
  • 90-day integration period
Full Job Description
Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer to join our core engineering team. In this role, you will support the design, development, and testing of electronic systems critical to our kinetic launch technology. You'll work across a variety of subsystems helping to build and refine the hardware that powers our launch platform. This is a hands-on role with opportunities for growth in both technical and leadership tracks. You'll collaborate closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams including mechanical, fluids, and aerospace engineers to develop the launch electrical systems architecture.

Job Details
  • Role Type: FTE, Non-Exempt ; Onsite
  • Compensation: $120,000-150,000 annual salary
  • Location: Alameda, CA
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the design, testing, and integration of all electronic systems for the vehicle.
  • Contribute to schematic capture, PCB layout, and component selection for key subsystems.
  • Participate in the assembly, testing, and troubleshooting hardware in lab and field environments.
  • Support development and debugging of embedded firmware within our data acquisition systems.
  • Own the design and qualification of the electrical systems architecture
  • Create and maintain technical documentation for electronic and firmware systems.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure electrical systems meet performance and reliability goals.
  • Support integration of electrical systems with mechanical, fluids, and software components.


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • 0-3 years of industry experience (or equivalent academic/research experience).
  • Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, KiCad) and circuit simulation tools • Experience working with embedded systems (e.g., RP2040, ARM, STM32, or similar).
  • Knowledge of firmware is a bonus.
  • Comfortable with lab tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters.
  • Exposure to high-voltage systems, analog/mixed-signal design, or RF is a plus.
  • Knowledge of best practices for EMC/EMI is a bonus.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Benefits
  • Comprehensive health and dental insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and paid sick leave
  • Equity opportunities
  • Professional development opportunities
  • 90-day integration period

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