4+ years of PCB design experience in automotive, aerospace, or high-performance computing fields.
Proficient in Altium and A365 (Agile) for PCB design.
Experience managing component libraries for PCB projects.
Understanding of transmission line theory and Ohm's law.
Responsibilities
Draft design standards and review checklists for PCB projects.
Design and manage an Altium component library.
Create fabrication and assembly drawings for PCBs.
Place, route, and review complex multi-layer PCBs.
Act as the point of contact for vendor procurement.
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage and life insurance.
Paid time off plus 9 paid holidays for work-life balance.
401(k) plan with company match for retirement savings.
Daily lunch stipend and unlimited snacks to keep you energized.
Opportunity to work on impactful projects in aerospace and deep-tech industries.
Pet-friendly office environment to enhance workplace comfort.
Monthly company events for team bonding and relaxation.
Full Job Description
Senior PCB Designer
Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week)
The Team
The Avionics team is responsible for the design, testing, and production of electronic systems for Outpost's Earth return vehicles and ground support equipment. You'll be responsible for the design, procurement, manufacturing, and inventory of avionics PCBs. You'll be highly independent, help set design standards, draft review checklists, and manage our software licenses. You'll work closely with senior avionics design engineers, mechanical engineers, and operation teams while owning responsibility for all PCB design outcomes.
Responsibilities
Draft design standards and review checklists.
Design and manage a procedurally generated Altium component library.
Draft fabrication and assembly drawings.
Place, Route, and Review complex multi-layer PCBs.
Point of contact for vendor procurement.
Qualifications
4+ years of experience designing PCBs in automotive, aerospace, high-performance compute (HPC), or similar fields.
4+ years of experience with Altium and A365 (now called Agile).
4+ years of experience with component library management.
Familiarity with transmission line theory and ohms law.
Preferred Experience
Blind / buried vias, microvias, backdrilling.
Layer stack design.
Power electronics design layout.
Component kitting.
Piece part procurement.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation: $130,000 - $170,000; (commensurate with experience).
Additional Compensation: Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental.
Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more!
You must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 , or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
