Electrical Engineer
US$160,000 – US$200,000 / yr base salary
Posted 6 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Sr. Electrical Engineer, Avionics”
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- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$160,000 – US$200,000 / yr |
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About Observable Space
At Observable Space, we're redefining how humanity observes and connects with the universe. We're a vertically integrated, high-growth, space technology company building industry-leading precision optics platforms for Earth and in space. Our systems are trusted by thousands of customers, including NASA, JPL, SpaceX, Boeing, RTX, the US Space Force and the U.S. Department of War, leading research institutions and international partners.
We combine precision opto-mechanical hardware, embedded compute, cloud orchestration, and developer-friendly APIs into world class products at scale with in-house manufacturing. From advanced ground stations, on-orbit sensor suites, free space optical lasercom, to distributed compute platforms, we deliver the foundational systems enabling continuous, real-time navigation, observation, and communication in space.
Observable Space is backed by top-tier institutional investors including Lux Capital, Upfront Ventures, RTX Ventures, Detroit Venture Partners and Embedded Ventures. To learn more, visit observable.space.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role will involve deep engagement with our product line of telescopes and orbital hardware. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in circuit fundamentals, with specific expertise in printed circuit board (PCB) design, wire harnessing, circuit simulation, and design for manufacturing (DFM). This role will report to the Director of Electrical Engineering.
What You'll Do
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Design and develop electronic circuits, PCBs, and wire harnesses for telescope and orbital hardware.
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Design and own complex multi board computers utilizing state of the art high performance SoCs and FPGAs.
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Perform circuit simulations, schematic capture, and layout reviews to ensure functionality, reliability, and manufacturability.
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Apply best practices for signal integrity, EMI/EMC compliance, and power distribution.
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Build and test prototypes, including PCB bring-up, rework, and modification (soldering, trace cutting, wiring).
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Develop and execute test procedures for electrical subsystems, ensuring design meets performance and safety requirements.
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Perform root cause analysis and debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, and spectrum analyzers.
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Collaborate with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to integrate electrical designs into complete systems.