Approach Venture ยท 8 hours ago
Lead Magnetics Engineer
Golden, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expApproach Venture is a fast-growing aerospace startup focused on developing autonomous orbital structures. The Lead Magnetics Engineer will design and scale electromagnetic platforms for self-assembly and performance in space, playing a critical role in pioneering new magnetic systems for orbital missions.
Management Consulting
Hiring Manager
Torey Bell
Responsibilities
Lead electromagnetic subsystem design enabling self-assembly, docking, and formation alignment
Architect EPM-based attraction, retention, and actuation mechanisms tailored for orbital environments
Simulate field characteristics to optimize force profiles, positioning accuracy, and energy efficiency
Design magnetic assemblies, coils, driver electronics, and sensing strategies for vacuum conditions
Develop and iterate prototypes with hands-on testing from lab evaluation through qualification
Ensure performance across reliability, manufacturability, thermal management, and lifecycle requirements
Work cross-functionally with GNC, structural, avionics, and software teams to integrate behavior seamlessly
Support IP development and reduce risk across mission-critical magnetic functions
Qualification
Required
5+ years of hands-on experience designing and characterizing electromagnetic systems in relevant fields (robotics, industrial automation, advanced machinery, motor design, high-energy systems, or magnetic actuation)
Demonstrated proficiency with EM modeling tools such as ANSYS Maxwell, COMSOL, or FEMM
Strong experimental experience driving magnetic system validation, force measurement, and control performance
Ability to translate simulation-based concepts into compact, flight-ready hardware
Experience leading development as a subject-matter authority
Advanced degree required; PhD strongly preferred in a relevant discipline
Preferred
Hands-on development with electro-permanent magnets (EPM) or related hybrid magnetic technologies
Familiarity with closed-loop actuation, driver circuits, and precision relative sensing
Exposure to aerospace design standards, environmental qualification, or vacuum-rated hardware
Success working in fast-moving environments where testing informs rapid iteration
Benefits
Competitive compensation with stock options
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Strong PTO and a collaborative onsite culture
Company
Approach Venture
Enabling founding teams building the future of frontier technology to achieve their full potential.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Bryce Dabbs
Founder & CEO
Tristan Cembrinski
Partner
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