Senior Electrical Engineer – Satellite Systems

  • Location: Littleton, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7641
  • Salary: NON 16,000

Senior Electrical Engineer – Satellite Systems
Location: San Jose, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $165,000 – $190,000 USD


About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support the development of next-generation satellite systems. This role is ideal for a highly experienced hardware engineer with deep expertise in electronics design, digital system debugging, and power electronics who enjoys staying hands-on while helping guide technical direction across complex spacecraft programs.
You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop reliable, flight-ready hardware while supporting junior engineers through technical mentorship, reviews, and collaborative problem-solving. This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to cutting-edge spacecraft development in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.


What You’ll Do

  • Collaborate with electrical engineering teams across hardware design, debugging, and system integration activities
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance to engineers through design reviews, troubleshooting support, and hands-on problem solving
  • Review schematics, support board bring-up activities, and debug complex hardware systems in laboratory environments
  • Debug and validate digital systems including logic-level circuits, microcontrollers, and embedded interfaces
  • Support power electronics development, including DC/DC converters, power distribution systems, and power integrity analysis
  • Troubleshoot and validate serial communication protocols such as I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, and Ethernet
  • Define and maintain engineering standards, validation methodologies, and hardware test processes
  • Partner closely with software, systems, mechanical, and integration teams to deliver flight-ready spacecraft hardware
  • Support system integration, hardware validation, and issue resolution throughout development and test campaigns

What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications:

  • B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
  • 8–12+ years of experience in hardware development and electrical system design
  • Strong hands-on experience debugging electronics, including digital systems and power electronics
  • Proficiency with PCB design and schematic tools such as Altium Designer or equivalent platforms
  • Solid understanding of serial communication protocols including I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, and Ethernet
  • Experience working with laboratory debug equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and power analyzers
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to mentor junior engineers and work across multidisciplinary teams

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience developing spacecraft, aerospace, or other high-reliability hardware systems
  • Familiarity with environmental testing including vibration, thermal, EMI/EMC, and qualification testing
  • Knowledge of design-for-test (DFT), fault-tolerant systems, or radiation-tolerant electronics
  • Experience supporting hardware integration and system-level validation activities

Principal Flight Software Engineer I

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7517
  • Salary: NON 189,500

We’re working with an innovative aerospace company developing next-generation communication systems for satellites, UAVs, and advanced airborne platforms. This is a hands-on role where you’ll contribute across the full software lifecycle—from concept through to in-orbit operations.

If you enjoy working close to hardware, owning systems end-to-end, and solving complex real-world problems, this is a great opportunity to make a tangible impact.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Design and develop mission-critical software for satellites, ground systems, and mission operations
  • Own the full software lifecycle: architecture ? development ? testing ? deployment ? in-orbit support
  • Work across the stack, including:
    • Embedded systems / microcontrollers
    • Low-level drivers & BSPs
    • Applications & data systems
  • Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and test teams
  • Lead design reviews and present to customers and senior leadership
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical direction
  • Support integration, validation, and performance optimization
  • Evaluate and integrate third-party / open-source software

What We’re Looking For

  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar
  • 7–9+ years of software development experience
  • Strong experience in C / C++
  • Proven background in embedded systems and hardware interaction
  • Experience building complex, multi-threaded applications
  • Familiarity with:
    • Software configuration & version control tools
    • Debugging and troubleshooting real-world systems
  • Strong communication skills (you’ll be customer-facing at times)

Nice to Have

  • Aerospace or space systems experience
  • Flight software or mission systems experience
  • Familiarity with:
    • NASA cFS or similar frameworks
    • COSMOS or mission ops tools
  • Experience with:
    • ARM processors / microcontrollers
    • SDK development
  • Ability to read schematics and datasheets

Compensation & Benefits

  • $142,000 – $189,500 base salary
  • Equity (stock options)
  • Comprehensive benefits:
    • Medical, dental, vision
    • HSA / FSA
    • Life & disability
    • Retirement plans

Eligibility Requirement

Due to export control regulations, applicants must be:

  • U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or otherwise authorized to work on U.S. government-regulated programs

Principal Software Project Engineer I

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7519
  • Salary: NON 189,500

Lead software programs that go all the way to orbit.

We’re partnered with a fast-growing aerospace company building next-generation satellite and mission systems. This is a high-impact role where you’ll sit at the center of engineering, program management, and customers—driving the successful delivery of mission-critical software.

If you enjoy owning complex programs, working closely with embedded systems, and leading teams in a fast-paced environment, this is a standout opportunity.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead and manage software development programs for satellite and aerospace systems
  • Build and maintain software development plans aligned to cost, schedule, and technical requirements
  • Act as the bridge between software engineering, program management, and customers
  • Drive execution through:
    • Backlog management
    • Sprint planning & standups
    • Retrospectives
  • Prioritize features across multiple stakeholders with competing needs
  • Own and maintain tools such as Jira and other lifecycle management systems
  • Ensure consistent execution of the software development lifecycle (Agile, V-model, etc.)
  • Continuously improve processes, delivery, and team efficiency

What We’re Looking For

  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar
  • 9+ years of experience, including:
    • Software project/program management
    • Exposure to embedded software development
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Software development lifecycles (Agile, V-model, etc.)
    • Requirements, configuration, and issue tracking systems
  • Experience with tools like Jira
  • Ability to communicate effectively with both:
    • Technical teams
    • Non-technical stakeholders

Nice to Have

  • Experience in aerospace, satellite, or high-reliability systems
  • Background in embedded systems or firmware development
  • Familiarity with hardware/software integration at board level
  • Experience managing spacecraft or mission software programs
  • Exposure to requirements-driven engineering environments

Why This Role?

  • Be part of a team building cutting-edge satellite systems
  • Work on programs that go from concept ? launch ? operation
  • High ownership and visibility across engineering and leadership
  • Fast-paced, collaborative environment with real impact

Compensation & Benefits

  • $142,000 – $189,500 base salary
  • Equity (stock options)
  • Full benefits package:
    • Medical, dental, vision
    • HSA / FSA
    • Life & disability
    • Retirement plans

Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer II

  • Location: Denver, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7520
  • Salary: NON 136,000

Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer II

We are working with a fast-growing aerospace company developing advanced satellite and space systems. This role owns flight dynamics from mission concept through launch and on-orbit operations, with high visibility and impact across engineering and mission teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead orbit design, trajectory optimization, and trade studies (LEO, GEO, and beyond)
  • Develop and maintain high-fidelity mission analysis models
  • Perform launch window analysis, injection targeting, and dispersions analysis
  • Define and validate delta-V budgets across all mission phases
  • Support constellation design, station-keeping, and end-of-life disposal planning
  • Develop orbit determination strategies using GNSS, radiometric, and optical data
  • Plan and analyze spacecraft maneuvers and trajectory corrections
  • Establish conjunction assessment and collision avoidance processes
  • Support mission readiness reviews, launch campaigns, and on-orbit operations
  • Build and maintain flight dynamics tools and simulation environments
  • Automate workflows to improve scalability and efficiency
  • Integrate tools with GNC, flight software, and mission operations systems
  • Evaluate and implement tools such as GMAT, STK, ODTK, MONTE, or custom frameworks
  • Collaborate with propulsion, systems, GNC, and mission operations teams
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical roadmaps
  • Interface with customers, partners, and regulatory bodies

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, Physics, or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred)
  • 6+ years of experience in flight dynamics, astrodynamics, or mission analysis
  • Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, perturbation modeling, orbit determination, and maneuver design
  • Experience supporting real spacecraft missions through launch and operations
  • Strong programming skills (Python required; MATLAB, C++, or similar a plus)
  • Experience with industry-standard astrodynamics tools
  • Ability to work independently in a high-ownership environment
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with small satellite or constellation missions
  • Background in autonomous navigation or onboard orbit determination
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (FCC, NOAA, ITU, Space-Track)
  • Experience building internal analysis tools or frameworks

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary range: $113,000 – $136,000
  • Equity included as part of the package
  • Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability, and retirement plans

EHS Engineer

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7523
  • Salary: NON 110,000

We are partnering with a fast-growing aerospace and advanced manufacturing company seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Engineer to help build and scale safety programs in a hands-on engineering environment. This role is critical in ensuring safe operations across complex hardware, test environments, and manufacturing processes.

This is an opportunity to shape safety from the ground up, working closely with engineering and operations teams to create practical, effective systems that support both people and product.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement EHS policies, procedures, and programs in line with OSHA, EPA, and regulatory standards
  • Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses across manufacturing, testing, and lab environments
  • Monitor and enforce compliance with safety regulations and internal policies
  • Lead investigations into incidents, near-misses, and environmental events, driving root cause and corrective actions
  • Perform safety audits, inspections, and emergency response drills
  • Deliver training on workplace safety, hazardous materials handling, and emergency procedures
  • Maintain and manage safety documentation including SOPs, inspection procedures, and maintenance records
  • Partner with engineering and operations teams to integrate safety into new processes, equipment, and facility design
  • Provide safety oversight on electrical systems, mechanical setups, chemical handling, and test environments
  • Ensure proper implementation of PPE, lockout/tagout, signage, and environmental controls
  • Track and report on safety performance, compliance activities, and environmental impact
  • Stay current with regulatory changes and industry best practices

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field
  • 3–5 years of EHS experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or industrial environments
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and relevant regulatory frameworks
  • Experience with risk assessments, hazard analysis, and incident investigation
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics and component data sheets
  • Familiarity with safety standards across electrical, fire, chemical, mechanical, and environmental domains
  • Strong organizational skills with experience managing safety documentation
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high sense of urgency
  • Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical teams

Preferred Experience

  • Background in aerospace or advanced manufacturing environments
  • Experience in startup or rapidly scaling environments
  • Certified forklift trainer or similar safety certifications

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary range: $86,000 – $110,000
  • Equity included as part of the compensation package
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability, and retirement plans

Lead Systems Engineer

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7536
  • Salary: NON 180,000

A fast-growing space technology company focused on orbital safety and space domain awareness is seeking a Lead Spacecraft Systems Engineer to drive the development of next-generation small satellites.

 

This is a hands-on leadership role with full ownership of spacecraft programs, from design through launch and on-orbit operations. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, define system architecture, and ensure mission success across rapid development cycles.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own end-to-end spacecraft delivery and on-orbit performance
  • Lead system architecture, integration, and technical budgets
  • Manage design, build, test, and launch activities
  • Build and lead a high-performing engineering team
  • Drive rapid prototyping and iterative development approaches
  • Conduct system trade studies and manage risk

 

Requirements:

  • 10+ years in aerospace or satellite systems
  • Proven experience delivering small satellites to orbit
  • Strong background in spacecraft systems engineering and integration
  • Experience with environmental testing and launch operations
  • Leadership experience in fast-paced engineering environments
  • US citizenship, eligible for security clearance

 

Why Apply:

  • High-impact role in an innovative, mission-driven company
  • Opportunity to shape engineering teams and culture
  • Competitive salary, benefits, and equity

Principal Quality Systems Engineer

  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7594
  • Salary: NON 160,000

? Principal Quality Systems Engineer

? Austin, Texas

I’m currently supporting a rapidly growing aerospace company developing next-generation communications technology for space and airborne platforms.

They’re looking for a Principal Quality Systems Engineer to lead enterprise-wide Quality Management System transformation initiatives across engineering, manufacturing, and operations.

This is a high-impact role focused on building scalable, data-driven quality systems aligned to AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards while improving process consistency, documentation architecture, and operational excellence across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading QMS transformation and standardization initiatives

• Driving process governance and documentation strategy

• Building scalable quality frameworks across multiple functions

• Managing document control, traceability, and audit readiness

• Improving usability, diagnosability, and serviceability of internal systems

• Partnering closely with engineering, operations, and support teams

• Developing training and continuous improvement programs

What they’re looking for:

• 12+ years within Quality Systems, Systems Engineering, or Process Architecture

• Strong AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 expertise

• Experience with enterprise process governance and configuration management

• Background in documentation architecture and information systems

• Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management skills

• Experience within aerospace, space, defense, or other highly regulated industries preferred

This is an opportunity to join a cutting-edge engineering environment where quality is viewed as a strategic function, not just compliance.

If you're interested, or know someone who could be a fit, feel free to reach out directly.

Supplier Quality Engineer II

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7522
  • Salary: NON 112,000

? Supplier Quality Engineer II

? Austin, TX | Onsite with Travel

I’m currently supporting a rapidly growing aerospace company developing advanced communications and electronic systems for satellites, spacecraft, and airborne platforms.

They’re looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer II to play a key role in managing and improving supplier quality performance across a complex aerospace manufacturing environment.

This position will work closely with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure supplier compliance, drive continuous improvement, and support the delivery of high-reliability hardware for space applications.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing supplier quality processes in alignment with AS9100 standards

• Supporting supplier qualification, audits, and performance reviews

• Driving root cause investigations and corrective actions for supplier issues

• Monitoring supplier KPIs including quality, delivery, and corrective action performance

• Supporting nonconformance disposition including rework, scrap, and RMAs

• Collaborating with engineering teams on manufacturability and supplier requirements

• Conducting supplier site audits and source inspections

• Building strategic supplier partnerships and driving continuous improvement initiatives

 

What they’re looking for:

• 3+ years of supplier quality experience within aerospace or defense

• Strong knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality systems

• Experience supporting suppliers for machining, PCBs, PCBAs, assemblies, and test hardware

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation

• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Willingness to travel 20–40% for supplier audits and inspections

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, high-growth engineering environment where supplier quality directly impacts mission-critical hardware performance.

If you’d like to learn more, feel free to reach out directly.

Embedded Software Engineer

  • Location: London, Greater London
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7494
  • Salary: NON 60,000

If you’re passionate about pushing the limits of embedded software and want your work to have a direct impact on next-generation space systems, this could be for you.

 

We’re working with a pioneering space technology company developing AI-enabled autonomy software for spacecraft. They’re building technology that allows satellites to sense, think, and act independently in orbit, and are now expanding their engineering team in London.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Designing and developing embedded software for advanced space systems.
  • Writing real-time code for Linux-based RTOS environments.
  • Prototyping and testing software on hardware to validate system performance.
  • Building scalable, modular systems that support autonomous in-orbit operations.
  • Collaborating with hardware and AI teams to integrate real-world functionality.

 

What You’ll Bring

  • Strong background in C++ and Python development.
  • Experience working with embedded Linux or real-time operating systems (RTOS).
  • Solid understanding of microcontrollersdevice drivers, and hardware integration.
  • Comfortable debugging, testing, and optimising performance on embedded targets.
  • A self-starter with a collaborative mindset, able to thrive in fast-moving environments.

 

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet).
  • Knowledge of containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience with BSP generationreal-time kernel configuration, or SoC platforms (e.g. NVIDIA).
  • Background in the space, robotics, or autonomy industries.

 

Please get in touch to find out more!

Senior Quality Engineer

  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7400
  • Salary: NON 119,000

? Senior Quality Engineer

? Austin, TX | Onsite

I’m currently supporting a fast-growing aerospace company developing advanced satellite and communication technologies for next-generation space and airborne platforms.

They’re looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to work across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to support the production of highly reliable aerospace hardware and systems.

This is a hands-on role focused on driving quality improvements, resolving nonconformances, supporting AS9100 compliance, and helping scale quality systems within a rapidly growing engineering environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Establishing and maintaining QMS procedures and processes

• Driving root cause investigations, corrective actions, and 8D activities

• Managing supplier quality evaluations and audits

• Supporting supplier nonconformance resolution and corrective actions

• Leading continuous improvement initiatives across operations

• Developing quality metrics and performance objectives

• Supporting internal and external AS9100 audits

• Delivering QMS training across the organization

• Partnering closely with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams

What they’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

• 8+ years of quality engineering experience

• Strong experience within manufacturing environments

• Knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems

• Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Aerospace or electronics industry experience preferred

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification is a plus

This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative aerospace business where quality engineering plays a critical role in product reliability and operational success.

If you're interested in learning more, feel free to reach out directly.