Full-time | On-site | Littleton, CO
Salary - $100,000 - $140,000
Company Overview
Our client designs, builds, and operates advanced small satellite systems that enable turnkey space missions for applications such as Earth observation, communications, in-orbit demonstrations, risk reduction, science, and exploration. With a global infrastructure and a collaborative engineering environment, the company is driving innovation in next-generation satellite technologies.
Position Summary
We are seeking an
Electrical Engineer with a strong background in hardware debugging and test to join our team working on next-generation satellite systems. In this role, you will be hands-on with spacecraft electronics, using test equipment and debugging tools to characterize, troubleshoot, and validate electrical subsystems. You’ll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure our hardware meets mission requirements and performs reliably in space environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform electrical debugging, bring-up, and validation of spacecraft electronics
- Use test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, DMMs, spectrum analyzers, etc.) to identify and resolve hardware issues
- Test, analyze, and troubleshoot serial communication protocols including I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, and Ethernet
- Assist with board-level testing, hardware/software integration, and system-level validation
- Document debug findings, test results, and corrective actions clearly and accurately
- Collaborate with design engineers to enhance hardware robustness and testability
- Contribute to the creation of test plans, verification reports, and integration procedures
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- Strong hands-on experience with debugging and validating electronic hardware
- Proficiency with lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools
- Working knowledge of serial communication protocols such as I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, and Ethernet
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, datasheets, and technical hardware documentation
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with satellite systems, aerospace hardware, or high-reliability electronics
- Familiarity with FPGA, microcontrollers, or embedded systems
- Exposure to environmental testing, including thermal, vibration, and EMI/EMC
- Knowledge of design-for-test methodologies and system-level integration best practices
