ABOUT THE TEAM 

The Anduril Battlespace Awareness Radar team develops state-of-the-art radar systems, deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies. The Radar team is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to transform ambitious concepts into manufacturable reality for the next generation of US radars. The Radar team is responsible for all aspects of radar system development, from the ideation stage through initial production.  In this role, you will work closely with an interdisciplinary technical team to design high-speed mixed-signal architectures and circuits, manage signal integrity in complex PCBs, and mature prototypes into products.

ABOUT THE JOB 

TO BE UPDATED 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Design combinations of high-speed digital, precision analog, RF, and high-power architectures
• Design embedded electronics from concept to functional prototype, including hardware selection, schematic & PCB design, board bring-up, and system level integration
• Troubleshoot issues that span the electrical and software boundaries, with solid skills using both lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, DMM, etc.) and basic software debugging tools
• Work with modern SoCs and networking hardware to build Anduril platforms
• Work closely with firmware/software engineers for processor/peripheral selection, board bring up, and troubleshooting.
• Work closely with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and test engineers to deliver fully functional products
• Work in a fast-paced environment, having to juggle multiple concurrent projects and customers.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years of experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting complex hardware, embedded systems, and products
• Demonstrated experience with multi-gigabit SERDES, DDR memory busses, Ethernet MAC and PHY interfaces, FPGAs, and common communication busses like SPI and I2C
• Experience with microprocessor and microcontroller selection, configuration, and interfacing
• Experience with component, schematic capture, high speed board design, and guiding PCB layout.
• Competence with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, debuggers, current-probes, sprectrum/network analyzers, and automation of tests
• Familiarity with product development processes and tools
• Knowledge of embedded software development, including use of timers, interrupts, hardware peripherals such as SPI controllers and ADCs
• Experience with signal integrity and power integrity rules and simulation
• Exceptional organization and communication skills (both written and oral)
• Proficient with Altium Designer or equivalent electronic design tools
• Familiar with common programming languages like Python for test automation.
• Must be eligible to obtain and hold a U.S. Secret Security Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiar with RF design and layout
• Past experience with placement and routing of PCBs
• Experience with JESD204 and PCIe
• Familiarity with military standards (MIL-STD-461/704/1275)
• Experience with high speed ADC/DAC's and software defined radios

We request transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide detailed information regarding your academic performance in relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non-technical information (e.g., student ID, dates, non-technical coursework, etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this assessment.

About Skyloom 

Skyloom, an IonQ company, is a telecommunications company founded with the mission to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow's space communication infrastructure to provide data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete, or if working on space lasers excites you, join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology.

Skyloom is building the orbital infrastructure for the next renaissance in global connectivity. As Earth’s first space-based telecommunications company, we deliver fiberless, planetary-scale data transport that dramatically increases bandwidth, availability, and resiliency—while reducing latency and total cost of operations.

Our proprietary optical technology enables secure, ultra-high-capacity connections across our end-to-end, multi-orbit network or within your own infrastructure, unlocking a new standard for global communications.

Location: This role will be onsite in our Broomfield, Colorado office. 
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID:  1444

The Role

The AIT Mechanical Integration Technician plays a key role in Skyloom’s Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) operations. This position is responsible for the hands-on mechanical assembly of flight and non-flight hardware, including precision components, subassemblies, harnesses, and opto-mechanical structures.

Responsibilities 

• Assemble mechanical, electromechanical, and opto-mechanical components following work instructions.
• Identify and organize tools and components based on technical descriptions and BOMs.
• Perform precision inspections using metrology tools to meet aerospace-level specifications.
• Conduct mechanical and functional tests; troubleshoot and perform repairs when required.
• Document test outcomes, deviations, and failure analysis results.
• Collaborate with engineering to implement corrective actions and fixture updates.
• Maintain ESD and FOD controls and follow space-grade cleanliness standards.
• Report deviations in parts, tools, or workflows.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within AIT.
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in mechanical assembly, AIT, electronics, PCB assembly, or high-precision manufacturing.
• Familiarity with precision fasteners and metric hardware.
• Proficiency using basic math for measurements.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions and drawings.
• Effective communication skills in English.
• Ability to comply with safety, ESD, and PPE requirements.
• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, cleanroom, AIT, or precision assembly environments.
• Familiarity with space hardware or optical components.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems such as Odoo.
• Interest in skill development within a multidisciplinary and international team.

Compensation 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $88,270- $110,000. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site. 

  **Benefits will be provided by Skyloom, Inc., an IonQ Company, and will differ from the benefits listed on the IonQ website.**

About Skyloom 

Skyloom, an IonQ company, is a telecommunications company founded with the mission to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow's space communication infrastructure to provide data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete, or if working on space lasers excites you, join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology.

Skyloom is building the orbital infrastructure for the next renaissance in global connectivity. As Earth’s first space-based telecommunications company, we deliver fiberless, planetary-scale data transport that dramatically increases bandwidth, availability, and resiliency—while reducing latency and total cost of operations.

Our proprietary optical technology enables secure, ultra-high-capacity connections across our end-to-end, multi-orbit network or within your own infrastructure, unlocking a new standard for global communications.

Location: This role will be onsite in our Broomfield, Colorado office. 
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID:  1516

The Role

At Skyloom, we’re building cutting-edge optical communication systems for space. We’re looking for an Electrical Engineer with a strong hands-on mindset to help test, debug, and validate electronic assemblies (PCBA and Card Circuit Assembly) across development and production.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working in the lab, solving real hardware problems, and collaborating across disciplines. Experience with complex electronic systems is key, deep aerospace or space background is a plus, but not required.

You’ll work closely with hardware, firmware, optical, manufacturing, and test teams to bring advanced electronic systems from prototypes to flight-ready production.

Responsibilities: 

Hardware Test & Debug

• Test and debug PCBAs and electronic subsystems, including multi-board systems.
• Perform functional and performance testing during development, qualification, and production.
• Support hardware bring-up and troubleshooting using lab instrumentation.

Validation & Production Support

• Verify electrical and functional requirements.
• Support design verification and production acceptance testing.
• Help identify root causes of failures and support corrective actions.
• Contribute to test procedures, acceptance criteria, and production documentation.

Interfaces & Signal Integrity

• Test and validate common communication interfaces (Ethernet, SPI, I²C, UART, etc.).
• Assist with debugging signal integrity issues in high-speed or mixed-signal designs (e.g., SERDES-based links, LVDS, etc.).

Collaboration

• Work cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, optical, manufacturing and AIT teams.
• Support environmental testing activities (thermal, vibration, etc.) as needed.
• Collaborate with international partners to support system integration and testing.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3-6 years of relevant experience (flexible depending on skill set).
• Solid foundation in electrical engineering fundamentals (digital, analog, or mixed-signal).
• Hands-on experience testing or debugging electronic hardware.
• Comfort working in a lab environment using standard test equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, logic analyzers, etc.).
• Experience with PCBAs, prototypes, or production hardware.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries.
• Exposure to optoelectronics, RF, or communication systems.
• Basic scripting or embedded programming (Python, C/C++ or similar languages).
• Interest in growing into more complex system-level testing or aerospace testing roles.
• Lab environment use, such as, power meter and optic spectrum analyzer. 
• Fluency in Spanish with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $115,000. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site.   

**Benefits will be provided by Skyloom, Inc., an IonQ Company, and will differ from the benefits listed on the IonQ website.**

Location: This role is based at our Louisville, CO office with the option to work a few days a week remotely. 
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID: 1570

The Role

Capella is looking for an energetic Senior Electrical Engineer Manager who will be responsible for leading and managing a team of electrical engineers who design, develop, and test electrical systems and components. This role involves supporting project execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving innovation of our electrical systems within our satellite.

This role will sit within the Spacecraft Engineering team at Capella Space. This team contains a variety of engineering disciplines that design and develop the satellite and payload systems.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of electrical engineers, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback of a distributed team across two offices.
• Assign people to tasks and manage workloads to ensure timely project completion.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Project Oversight:

• Oversee the design, development, and testing of electrical systems and components for our application.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet project goals and deadlines.
• Support systems engineering requirements.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical design, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in electrical engineering practices and processes.

Compliance and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, including safety, reliability, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and enforce quality assurance procedures to maintain high standards in all engineering activities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; a Master’s degree or higher is preferred.
• Experience: 
• Minimum of 12 years of experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting complex board designs and systems in a hardware R&D lab environment, with 4 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven experience in aerospace systems, or similar high reliability industry, and components is highly desirable.
• Skills: 
• Understanding of hardware evaluation methodologies, including development of test cases/suites, performance analysis, test automation, and data analysis 
• Extensive experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, thermal chambers, and other test equipment 
• Experience with I2C, SPI, PCIe, USB, etc. 
• Experience designing modern analog and digital electronics 
• Experience in PCB schematic capture & layout
• Experience with Altium designer tools or other similar electronic CAD tools 
• Experience designing high reliability systems 
• Knowledge of the PCBA fabrication and assembly process 
• Familiarity with PLM tools and strong revision control practices 
• Excellent design and manufacturing documentation skills with attention to detail 
• Ability to work autonomously by determining and evaluating different courses of action independently 
• Strong technical communication skills to be used in a highly collaborative environment

Required Qualification

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Compensation 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $192k - $220k DOE. The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits available on our career site. 

What You’ll Do 

1. Contribute to the design, iteration, and qualification ofKatalyst’s spacecraft Electrical Power System (EPS), including power conversion, power distribution, battery interface electronics, solar array interfaces, protection circuitry, and subsystem power interfaces. 
2. Design,modify, and review schematics, PCB layouts, interface definitions, and analysis packages for spacecraft power electronics, with emphasis on switch-mode power supplies, DC/DC converters, load switching, current sensing, fault protection, and EMI-aware layout practices. 
3. Support integrated operation of EPS hardware during functional, performance, and qualification testing, working directly with test engineers to execute bench, thermal vacuum, vibration, and other qualification test campaigns.
4. Help own integrated functional testing of EPS hardware with avionics, flight software, mechanisms, payloads, and other spacecraft subsystems, ensuring power interfaces behave correctly across nominal, off-nominal, and fault cases.
5. Plan and execute targeted stress, margin, and performance testing, exercising hardware across design extremes such as input voltage range, load transients, thermal limits, startup sequencing, fault response, and converter stability.
6. Help define design changes and architecture improvements for future spacecraft power systems, including EPS feature upgrades, power budget impacts, redundancy considerations, telemetry needs, and mission-specific power requirements.

Your Ideal Background

1. Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent field.
2. 3+ years of experience designing, testing, or integrating power electronics, spacecraft EPS hardware, battery/solar power interfaces, or closely related high-reliability power systems.
3. Strong understanding of switch-mode power supply design, DC/DC converter architectures, compensation/stability, magneticsselection, protection circuitry, and practical power electronics debugging. 
4. Experience designing ormodifying schematics and PCB layouts for power electronics, including high-current routing, grounding, thermal considerations, creepage/clearance, current sensing, and EMI/EMC-aware layout practices. 
5. Proficiency in Altium or a similar ECAD tool for schematic capture, PCB layout review, design release, and documentation.
6. Exposure to spacecraft or embedded-system power architectures, including power distribution, load switching, battery management interfaces, solar array regulation, or power telemetry.
7. Exposure to common digital communication standards (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet) and mixed-signal design best practices for telemetry, control, and power-system interfaces.
8. Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up, bench testing, and debugging using oscilloscopes, electronic loads, power supplies, DMMs, logic analyzers, and related lab equipment.
9. Experience writing or executing test procedures, documenting results, and driving board- or component-level troubleshooting through root cause and corrective action.
10. Experience integrating power electronics with other spacecraft or embedded subsystems; exposure to environmental testing such as thermal vacuum or vibration is a plus but not required. 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $105,000 - $145,000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Anduril Imaging team develops state-of-the-art imaging systems across both hardware and software, deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies. The team is heavily involved in utilizing computer vision, perception, electro-optical, infrared, and sensor data to give the US and its allies an advantage.

ABOUT THE JOB

As an Electrical Engineer at Anduril Imaging, you will design and develop advanced electronics for state-of-the-art imaging systems. Your role will span the complete product life cycle from full system architecture design to laying out circuits on PCBAs to fielding production units. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with hands-on testing, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and rapid design cycles to ensure optimal performance and integration of cutting-edge technologies.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Contribute to the design, development, and testing of electronics for EO/IR systems, including sensor electronics and power management.
• Support systems engineering teams in defining and refining requirements based on physics-based models of sensor and system performance.
• Assist in the design and development of PCB layouts in collaboration with the electrical engineering team.
• Participate in system testing in both the lab & field, providing detailed data analysis and feedback.
• Conduct troubleshooting and testing of electronic components and subsystems to ensure optimal performance.
• Work closely with technical leads and project teams to support system integration efforts.
• Document test results, system designs, and processes to maintain thorough technical records.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, focusing on system-level design, development, and testing.
• A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with analog and digital electronics design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in laboratory skills, including setting up and running experiments.
• Familiarity with PCB design tools and methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in sensor or communication systems, such as RF, EO/IR, or optical technologies.
• Familiarity with rad-hard and space-based electronics design.
• Familiarity with analytical tools and programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C++.
• Understanding of system integration processes and workflows in aerospace or defense environments.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our Quality Engineering team is a dedicated group of professionals committed to ensuring the highest standards of quality in our processes. We play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of our products, working collaboratively to identify, analyze, and resolve quality issues. Our team thrives on a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance processes and outcomes.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a Quality Engineer to join our growing team in Fort Collins, CO. You will work inside and outside the organization to define, develop, and execute processes to ensure the delivery of high quality, reliable and performant radar products to end customers.  You will help drive Anduril's internal quality management system to meet AS9100 requirements.  You will partner across the product development organization, production organization, and field operations organizations to continuously improve product quality at the various lifecycle phases of the product through the use of root cause analyses, corrective actions, and failure analyses.  This role will be dynamic and full of new engagement, challenges and opportunities.  If you are someone who has passion for the quality of their work, enjoys hands-on engagement with design engineering, production and vendors, possesses strong analytical skills and attention to detail, then this opportunity is for you! Your proactive problem-solving approach will be vital to our quality initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own Calibration procedure and calibration of production assets along with dev. assets.
• Own 6S for the production and development areas.
• Reviewing Engineering drawings, manufacturing and inspection work instructions
• Verifying and inspecting incoming inspection of PCBAs, COTS and mechanical components.
• Ensuring non-conformance's and RCCA's are accurately controlled, documented and dispositioned
• Maintain quality records and support QMS requirements IAW AS9100
• Trending Quality metrics and performing/leading root cause analysis and corrective action
• Review PCB/PCBA schematics, layouts, assembly drawings, and create test documentation

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar technical field
• 2+ years of experience with PCBAs, electrical assemblies, or electronics manufacturing
• Experience working in AS9100 environment (Preferred)
• Ability to interpret PCB schematics, layouts, and BOMs along with Mechanical components drawings and BOMs.
• Familiarity with PCBA manufacturing processes and component-level troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience with test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, power supplies)
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of product development methodologies such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Change Management, and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Working knowledge of electro-mechanical design and relevant manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 standard.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-600 & IPC-A-610 or standards is preferred.

The Anduril Battlespace Awareness Radar team develops state-of-the-art radar systems, deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies. The Radar team is seeking an experienced Staff RF Engineer to help us design, test, and deploy the next generation of US radars. The Radar team is responsible for all aspects of radar system development, from the ideation stage through initial production.  In this role, you will work closely with an interdisciplinary technical team to define radar architectures, design solutions, build prototypes, perform testing, and mature the prototypes into products. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Own the design and development of advanced phased arrays and RF electronics for military radar systems, ensuring cutting-edge performance and reliability.
• Lead testing, troubleshooting, and optimization efforts to ensure radar systems meet rigorous performance requirements across various operating environments.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth and ensuring quality across the team’s deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define radar architectures, system concepts, and end-to-end product requirements.
• Conduct trade studies, RF simulations, and prototyping to drive innovation and ensure optimal system performance.
• Drive technical decision-making and contribute to programmatic strategy, ensuring alignment with company objectives and mission success.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to maintain Anduril’s technological edge.
• Support production ramp-up, including design for manufacturing (DFM), design for testability (DFT), and supplier engagement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience in developing RF electronics, phased arrays, antennas or related radar electronics
• Proficiency in RF design and analysis tools such as Ansys HFSS, Keysight ADS, or comparable tools.
• Expertise with RF measurement equipment, including Network Analyzers, Signal Analyzers, and Near Field Scanners.
• Strong knowledge of PCB design (schematic capture, layout), with experience in tools like Altium.
• Deep understanding of electronic systems engineering, including design specification, part selection, and test planning.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, solve complex problems, and implement innovative solutions with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated experience working across multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

TOOL FAMILIARITY:

• Electromagnetic Simulation Tools: Ansys HFSS or comparable.
• RF Circuit Design Tools: Keysight Advanced Design System (ADS) or similar.
• Electronics Design Tools: Altium or comparable PCB design tools.
• Programming Languages: Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar for design, simulation, and testing.
• Test Equipment: Signal analyzers, RF network analyzers, Near Field Scanners, etc.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree in RF/Microwave Engineering
• Expertise in active phased array radar and beamforming technologies.
• Knowledge of antenna array simulation, design, and manufacturing
• Familiarity with advanced PCB technologies for high-frequency RF and high-density routing/interconnect.
• Proven track record of leading phased array radar system designs from concept to production in a defense or aerospace environment.

We request transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide detailed information regarding your academic performance in relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non-technical information (e.g., student ID, dates, non-technical coursework, etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this assessment.

What You’ll Do

1. Contribute to the iteration of Katalyst’s spacecraft power system design, including schematics, board layouts, and interface definitions, to improve performance and complete feature upgrades. 
2. Support operation of power system hardware during qualification testing, working directly with test engineers to execute thermal vacuum and vibration qualification test campaigns.
3. Help own integrated functional testing of electrical hardware with other spacecraft subsystems. 
4. Plan and execute targeted stress and performance testing, exercising hardware to design extremes through targeted performance testing.
5. Help define and plan design changes for feature or architecture improvement of the spacecraft power system with respect to future mission requirements.

What We’re Looking For

1. Pride in work: You hold yourself to a high bar. You produce designs, documentation, and analyses that are correct, detailed, and ready for scrutiny.
2. Humility: You take on new challenges, learn from others, and grow. You seek out missing context, ask good questions, and course-correct quickly with new information.
3. Technical intuition and mastery: You understand power electronics at the component level and how that integrates in and impacts spacecraft systems at the architecture level.

Your Ideal Background

1. Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or equivalent field
2. 3+ years of experience designing, testing, or integrating power electronics or closely related high-reliability power systems
3. Strong understanding of switch mode power supply design and DC/DC converter architectures 
4. Proficiency in Altium or similar ECAD tool for schematic and PCB layout design
5. Exposure to common digital communication standards (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, ethernet) and mixed-signal design best practices 
6. Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up, bench testing, and debugging
7. Experience executing test procedures and documenting results
8. Experience troubleshooting board- or component-level analog and digital electronics issues 
9. Experience integrating power electronics with other subsystems 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $105,000 - $145,000 annually

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.