Senior / Lead Electronics Engineer
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About NewOrbit Space:
NewOrbit Space is engineering the lowest orbiting satellites on Earth to rapidly advance global connectivity and insight.
We are currently building satellites that can operate at an altitude of just 200 km - one-third that of conventional satellites.
Through our satellites, humanity will benefit from improved satellite imagery, direct-to-phone internet, and a self-cleaning orbit free from space debris.
Your Role:
We are seeking a Senior / Lead Electronics Engineer to design, build, and qualify electronics for our VLEO space mission. You will take technical ownership of electronics development across the full lifecycle — from early concept and architecture through design, test, qualification, and flight readiness — ensuring the success of our upcoming satellite missions.
You will work closely with systems, mechanical, propulsion, software, and AIT teams, and play a key role in setting technical direction and best practices for electronics development. Prior experience leading or mentoring engineers is highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end development of space-qualified electronics, from requirements and architecture to flight hardware.
- Design, prototype, and review analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronics and PCB layouts.
- Lead schematic capture, component selection, PCB design, and design-for-manufacturing/test.
- Define and execute test, validation, and qualification plans for space electronics (functional, environmental, and reliability testing).
- Ensure designs meet space requirements including radiation tolerance, EMI/EMC, reliability, and derating.
- Collaborate closely with systems, mechanical, software, and AIT teams to integrate electronics into satellite subsystems.
- Provide technical leadership through design reviews, mentoring, and guidance of junior engineers.
- Contribute to process improvement, technical standards, and architectural decisions across the electronics domain.
Fundamental Requirements
- Education: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of professional experience developing electronics for demanding environments.
Preferred Experience (a plus, but not required)
- Prior experience in a technical lead or team lead role, including mentoring or guiding other engineers.
- Electronics development for satellites, spacecraft, or other space systems.
- Radiation-tolerant design, component selection, and mitigation techniques.
- Environmental testing (thermal vacuum, vibration, shock).
Why join us:
- Equity and competitive salary:
We provide a financial relocation package, and also sponsor your visa if you're based abroad.