Icarus Robotics · 4 months ago
Electrical Engineer
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$120K/yr - $200K/yrIcarus Robotics is building the robotic workforce for space industrialization, developing robotic drones for tasks inside space stations. The Electrical Engineer will lead the design and integration of electronics for robotic systems, contributing to the future of space operations.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Responsibilities
Develop and integrate embedded electronics for teleoperated robotic systems, ensuring reliability in microgravity
Take designs from concept to production-ready PCBs, working closely with mechanical and robotics teams
Write and optimize embedded firmware for motor control, sensors, and communication modules
Design and implement power distribution and battery management solutions for space applications
Own the integration of actuators, sensors, and communication systems into a cohesive robotic platform
Power system design — from battery packs and BMS to regulators and power distribution
COTS hardware selection and integration: sensors, ESCs, motor drivers and more
Prototyping custom PCBs (low-voltage control, sensors, safety systems)
Implement safety system: watchdogs, failsafes, thermal limits, and hard kills
Collaborating tightly with mechanical and software teams to keep the robot alive and operating
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or higher, or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering or related field
Experience with PCB design and circuit prototyping (Altium, Eagle, KiCad, or similar)
Hands-on experience with Linux and embedded computing (STM32, Jetson, Raspberry Pi, etc.)
Experience with power systems, battery management, and low-power embedded design
Python/C++ skills for hardware integration and control
Preferred
Experience with ROS and real-time motor control
Familiarity with EMI/EMC testing and radiation-hardened electronics
Background in control systems, kinematics, and actuator dynamics
Experience leading teams
Benefits
Generous equity as an early team member
Comprehensive healthcare and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.
Access to cutting-edge tools and hardware, and the freedom to move fast.
A key role in shaping the future of in-space robotics and orbital manufacturing.
Opportunities to collaborate with top-tier investors, NASA teams, and leading space companies.
Company
Icarus Robotics
Icarus Robotics, the business, is developing a robotic labour force for space utilising embodied artificial intelligence (AI).
Founded in 2024
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$6.1M2025-09-17Seed· $6.1M
Leadership Team
Ethan Barajas
Co-Founder & CEO
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