Electrical Engineer (Early)

Job summary

Own avionics subsystems and components from requirements development through deployment, including defining qualification criteria and validating hardware in simulated launch and lunar-surface environments. Coordinate with adjacent teams to integrate electrical, thermal, and software requirements while meeting project timelines and milestones.

Job details

Position Details Location: Los Angeles (Hawthorne), CA Employment Type: Full-time Department: Starmine Travel: Occasional The Mission Starpath Robotics is developing a full-stack solution for commercial scale rocket propellant production on the Moon and Mars. We are building one of the key enabling technologies that will make humans a multi-planet species. If high ownership, fast pace, working with hardware, and solving challenging technical problems sound like a dream come true, come join the team! Electrical Engineer (Early) In this role, you will be a member in the team responsible for the design, analysis, and qualification of all avionics systems at Starpath, across all product lines. Systems include motion control, communications, compute, power management, sensor payloads, and more. You will serve as the responsible engineer on these systems from developing design requirements through to the flight execution. Responsibilities Own subsystems, and components from requirements to deployment Determine qualification testing criteria in accordance with spaceflight testing standards Validate subsystems and components via testing in simulated launch/Lunar surface environments Work cross-functionally with adjacent teams to incorporate electrical, thermal, and software requirements while meeting integration timelines and system milestones Required Qualifications B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline 1+ years of experience developing electrical systems for space applications Experience with electrical board design (schematic capture, PCB layout, electrical circuit simulation, etc) Experience with electrical testing, equipment and setup (multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, data acquisition, etc) Strong technical communication and the ability to work in a fast paced team environment Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field 5+ years of experience developing electrical systems for space applications Track record of delivering spaceflight hardware across the entire product lifecycle Extensive experience with one of the following: Embedded system design Environmental testing for space environments Power system design Rapid board prototyping Radiation effects, mitigation, and testing EAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, you must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Equal Opportunity Starpath is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Benefits At Starpath Robotics, base pay is just one part of your total rewards package. We also offer: Generous benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans. Paid time off, holidays, and flexible policies to support balance. Professional growth opportunities through training and development. The chance to own high-impact work that directly shapes the future of robotics & space! A collaborative, mission-driven culture where craftsmanship and innovation are celebrated.

What you’ll do

Own avionics subsystems and components from requirements development through deployment, including defining qualification criteria and validating hardware in simulated launch and lunar-surface environments. Coordinate with adjacent teams to integrate electrical, thermal, and software requirements while meeting project timelines and milestones.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical discipline, at least one year of experience developing electrical systems for space applications, and experience with board design and electrical testing. Strong technical communication and the ability to work in a fast-paced team are required; an advanced degree and extensive spaceflight hardware experience are preferred.

Benefits

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Retirement Plans • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Flexible Policies • Training And Development

Listed skills

• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Electrical Systems Design
• Avionics Systems
• Electrical Board Design
• Schematic Capture
• PCB Layout
• Electrical Circuit Simulation
• Electrical Testing
• Qualification Testing
• Spaceflight Hardware
• Environmental Testing
• Embedded System Design
• Power System Design
• Radiation Effects Mitigation
• Technical Communication
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Job areas

• Engineering
• Technology
• Manufacturing