Spacecraft PCB Design Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$130,000–$170,000 Per Year
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6 days ago

Job Description

Position Title: Spacecraft PCB Design Engineer

Position Description: Protingent has an exciting direct hire opportunity for a Spacecraft PCB Design Engineer with our client in Los Angeles, CA.

Job Responsibilities:

Execute spacecraft electrical PCB design, integration, and testing.
Execute the design and development of avionics subsystems and flatsat emulators for spacecraft designs with an emphasis on reliability and testability.
Develop and execute electrical integration procedures and board bring up procedures.
Assist with electrical support equipment design, build, and use.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate compute and power subsystems with other spacecraft subsystems.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Document design processes, test results, and system performance.
Provide training and technical guidance on spacecraft flight and test configuration grounding to fellow engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar field.
5+ years of core electrical engineering discipline experience in aerospace, with heavy emphasis on hands-on spacecraft hardware testing and assembly.
Proficiency in PCB design software such as Altium, Kicad, Eagle, etc.
Demonstrated expertise in PCB debugging, using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and manual soldering/rework tools.
Experience working in clean room environments and adhering to ESD protocols.
Strong ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic environment while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Desired Job Qualifications:

Experience designing electronics assemblies specifically for use in space applications.
Experience with the NASA GEVS standard.
Experience with IPC Class board assembly standards.
Experience with EMI/EMC and magnetics analysis and testing.
Experience designing and building wiring harnesses for EGSE and flight use.
Experience integrating custom-designed electronics into larger spacecraft systems.
Experience designing and implementing grounding and shielding schemes at the spacecraft level.

Job Details:

Job Type: Direct Hire
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Salary Range: $130K-170K
ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.
May be required to obtain and maintain a United States Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Los Angeles, CA
Salary	$130,000–$170,000 Per Year

Skills

Aerospace Engineeringunmatched
Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
Avionicsunmatched
Clean Technologiesunmatched
Cleanroomunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Debugging Skillsunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentation Designunmatched
Electrical Componentsunmatched
Electrical Designunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Electromagnetic Compatibilityunmatched
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)unmatched
Electronic Designunmatched
Electronics Assemblyunmatched
Emulatorsunmatched
Hardware Quality Assuranceunmatched
Industry Standardsunmatched
Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
Integration Testingunmatched
Legalunmatched
Logic Analyzerunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Medical Equipmentunmatched
Oscilloscopeunmatched
Printed Circuit Board (PCB)unmatched
Printed Circuit Board Designunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
Software Designunmatched
Solderingunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Leadershipunmatched
Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
Test Designunmatched
Testabilityunmatched
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