Electrical Engineer - Power and Controls

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Engineer – Build Power and Control Systems for Next Generation Spacecraft!

Los Angeles, CA | On-Site

Opportunity Summary

A rapidly scaling aerospace organization is developing advanced electric propulsion and power systems that enable high-performance operations in Very Low Earth Orbit as well as future spacecraft platforms. Their technology is focused on improving maneuverability, extending mission life, and reducing operational cost for both commercial and government space missions. As an Electrical Engineer, you will help design and deliver the core electronics that power these propulsion systems and support spacecraft integration. In this role, you will take ownership of power electronics, embedded control hardware, and high voltage systems that form the backbone of propulsion architectures.

About Us

We are an early-stage aerospace engineering company focused on high-efficiency electric propulsion, spacecraft power systems, and advanced control electronics. Our team brings deep experience in plasma propulsion, embedded systems, energy conversion, and integrated spacecraft engineering. We operate with a fast-moving, collaborative culture where engineers have ownership across concept development, prototyping, validation, and flight hardware delivery. With growing interest in VLEO missions and next-generation spacecraft, we are expanding our engineering team and technical capabilities.

Job Duties

• Design and develop power electronics and control systems that support VLEO propulsion hardware and future spacecraft subsystems
• Build high voltage converters, switching modules, and power distribution units that drive propulsive and auxiliary electrical loads
• Develop embedded control boards and sensor interfaces supporting ignition, discharge control, thermal regulation, and VLEO specific requirements
• Prototype circuits and assemblies, perform bring up testing, evaluate performance data, and iterate designs rapidly
• Write embedded control software and automation scripts in C, C++, or Python to support telemetry, system monitoring, and test automation
• Conduct derating analysis, worst case circuit evaluation, and reliability assessments suitable for launch and orbital environments
• Collaborate closely with propulsion, avionics, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical hardware
• Support qualification campaigns including vibration, thermal vacuum, thermal cycling, and EMI or EMC testing
• Prepare technical documentation, design reviews, test reports, and internal development packages
• Contribute to build readiness through fixture design, vendor coordination, and production test planning

Qualifications

Preferred Experience

Why Join Us

Compensation Details

$100,000 - $160,000

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