SpaceX · 4 days ago
PCB Designer (Avionics)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. As a PCB Designer on the Avionics Hardware Development team, you will perform printed circuit board layouts from designed circuit schematics and collaborate with engineers to ensure mission success for spacecraft. This role is ideal for engineers passionate about circuit board design and technical challenges.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Review and update schematics for compilation requirements, and assist engineers in the capture of hierarchical designs
Determine layer stackup, perform component package selection, component placement, routing feasibility studies, and signal routing of digital, analog, RF, and power conversion of printed circuit boards (PCB)
Produce printed circuit board designs for the avionics team supporting launch vehicles and spacecraft
Interface with manufacturing to produce designs that meet DFM guidelines
Create and maintain library
Create and release documentation for the fabrication of PCBs
Collaborate with internal teams and PCB vendors to continually improve design rules, constraints and design for test and manufacture guidelines
Utilize PCB design tools, maintain and evaluate new tools, and train team members to use tools
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering
1+ years of experience in electronics hardware design (academic projects, internships, and professional experience qualify)
1+ years of experience with electrical test equipment (e.g., multimeters, signal generators, oscilloscopes) to verify hardware functionality
Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission-critical deadline
Preferred
Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout software (KiCad, Altium, Eagle, Xpedition)
Experience with electrical simulation software (LTspice, SIMetrix, or similar)
Ability to design analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits
Knowledge of digital communications interfaces including SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, and RS-422
Familiar with best layout practices for low noise design and minimization of EMI/EMC
Demonstrate understanding of design for manufacturability, assembly, and test
Experience with IPC Standard
Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere
Extreme ownership managing projects from start to finish
Self-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication, and documentation skills
Creative problem solver capable of working within a multidisciplinary team
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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