Electrical Engineer II - Advanced Programs

Job description

Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly. **Who We're Looking For** We are seeking a technically skilled and hands-on Electrical Engineer II to support the development of specialized spacecraft electronics for next-generation Ranger missions. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, integration, qualification, and flight delivery of high-reliability avionics and spacecraft electronics supporting long-duration, high-mobility space missions. Working closely with systems, mechanical, thermal, RF communications, FPGA, software, and integration engineers, you will help develop flight-ready electronics from early concept through spacecraft integration and launch. This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced development environment and enjoys solving complex technical challenges while building hardware that flies. --- **Where You'll Make an Impact** - Support the development of specialized spacecraft electronics from concept, prototyping, and design through integration, qualification, and flight delivery - Design and develop analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronics supporting spacecraft avionics, communications, embedded electronics, and vehicle subsystems - Develop schematic capture and multi-layer PCB designs for flight and flight-like hardware - Perform hardware bring-up, electrical troubleshooting, validation testing, and anomaly resolution activities - Collaborate with systems, RF communications, mechanical, thermal, FPGA, software, and integration teams to deliver fully integrated spacecraft electronics - Support hardware integration, verification, and validation during spacecraft assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) campaigns - Participate in engineering reviews including System Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Test Readiness Review (TRR), and Flight Readiness Review (FRR) - Develop and maintain engineering documentation including schematics, interface control documents (ICDs), requirements, verification artifacts, and test procedures - Contribute to design trade studies, technical assessments, and multidisciplinary engineering reviews - Improve hardware reliability, manufacturability, and mission readiness through continuous engineering improvements - Support multiple spacecraft development efforts within a dynamic, fast-paced engineering environment --- **What It Takes** - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline - 3+ years of experience developing electronics hardware for aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability applications - Experience designing electrical communication interfaces including RS-422, RS-485, CAN, LVDS, I2C, and SPI - Strong understanding of analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronics fundamentals - Experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, and ECAD design tools - Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), power supplies, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers - Experience supporting hardware integration, debugging, validation testing, and root-cause investigations - Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical systems and resolve hardware anomalies - Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills - Comfortable operating within a fast-paced, iterative spacecraft development environment --- **Nice-to-Have Experience** - Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline - Direct experience developing spacecraft or other flight-qualified electronics - Experience using the Cadence ECAD suite, including OrCAD Capture and Allegro PCB Designer - Experience designing mixed-signal, timing-critical, high-density, multi-layer PCB assemblies - Familiarity with EEE component derating methodologies and spaceflight design standards, including NASA INST-002 - Experience conducting schematic reviews, hardware peer reviews, and design verification activities - Experience designing high-speed communication interfaces including LVDS, SpaceWire, and Gigabit Ethernet - Experience integrating ultra stable oscillators and precision timing hardware - Hands-on experience supporting spacecraft Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) - Familiarity with spacecraft avionics architectures, embedded electronics, and flight hardware qualification - Experience supporting environmental testing including thermal vacuum (TVAC), vibration, EMI/EMC, and other qualification campaigns --- **What You'll Get** - Ownership – Contribute directly to the development of mission-critical spacecraft electronics supporting advanced Ranger missions - Innovation – Help develop next-generation spacecraft avionics and communications architectures enabling high-mobility space operations - Impact – Deliver reliable, flight-ready electronics supporting national security, civil, and commercial space missions - Growth – Join a collaborative engineering team working across spacecraft development, integration, qualification, and mission execution - Compensation – Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, FSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing **Location:** Rockville, MD; or Hawthorne, CA; or Denver, CO **Base Salary:** $100,000-$125,000 The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package. --- **Additional Requirements** To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. --- **Apply now. Join us in building the next generation of spacecraft.**