About the Company

At AstroForge, our mission is to make space resources accessible on Earth. We mine asteroids to extract valuable minerals in space at a lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than current terrestrial mining methods. We offer a unique opportunity to join an exciting team looking to expand humanity’s capabilities in space.

Job Description:

As an Electrical Engineer at AstroForge, you'll drive innovation by designing cutting-edge avionics systems and PCBs for our spacecraft. Your role will involve avionics, system, and PCB design, component selection, testing, and collaboration. You'll need expertise in power subsystems, high-speed board design, and aerospace practices, including designing for space.

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Responsibilities:

• Design and develop avionic subsystems, including board design, system design, and avionics subsystem design.
• Create schematic layouts and select components for spacecraft electronic systems.
• Design and layout printed circuit boards (PCBs) for optimal performance and functionality.
• Conduct testing and analysis of electronic systems to ensure reliability and functionality.
• Apply thermal and mechanical knowledge to optimize system performance in space environments.
• Design power subsystems, including power conversion, DC/DC, and battery systems.
• Execute high-speed board design techniques and demonstrate proficiency in PCB layout.
• Handle complex PCB designs with a large number of components.
• Understand avionic subsystem connectivity and protocols such as RS422, I2C, Ethernet, and CAN.
• Adhere to industry-standard protocols and practices for aerospace design.
• Implement design methodologies tailored for space applications.

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Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in avionics design or a similar role.
• Proficiency in schematic layout and PCB design tools.
• Strong understanding of avionic subsystems and their connectivity.
• Experience with industry-standard protocols and communication interfaces.
• Knowledge of power subsystem design principles, including power conversion and battery systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective coordination and documentation.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy in all tasks.
• Familiarity with aerospace design practices and considerations for space environments.
• Ability to work onsite in Seal Beach, CA

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Benefits

• 100% paid medical, dental, and life insurance coverage
• Vision and FSA benefits available
• 3 weeks of PTO + 1 week of sick time
• 10 paid Holidays
• Retirement savings plan – 401(k), with company match
• Equity on the ground floor of a startup

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Salary

100k - 160k

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