Electrical Engineer (Space)

We’re hiring an Electrical Engineer for a VC backed start up working on a novel space system focused on high-power, dynamic hardware operating in extreme environments. This is a hands-on role where you’ll take concepts from early design through to fully functional prototypes, contributing to technology being developed with real in-orbit deployment in mind.You’ll be working on systems where precision control, power delivery, and mechanical interaction all come together - ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex, multidisciplinary challenges and seeing their designs come to life in hardware.What You’ll Be DoingYou’ll take ownership of key electrical design elements across an evolving prototype, helping push the system closer to a flight-ready configuration with each iteration.Your responsibilities will span:Developing and refining electrical architectures for a high-energy, motion-driven space systemDesigning circuits and producing detailed schematics, with careful component selection aligned to demanding operating conditionsSupporting the build and evolution of prototypes, improving robustness, efficiency, and repeatability over timeWorking closely with mechanical and manufacturing teams to integrate electrical systems into tightly coupled hardware assembliesA large part of the role will be hands-on. You’ll:Build, test, and troubleshoot hardware, iterating quickly to resolve issues and improve performanceContribute to PCB development, including coordination with external partners for fabrication and assemblyApply practical engineering principles such as tolerancing, design-for-manufacture, and design-for-testYou’ll also play a role in the broader engineering effort - contributing to design reviews, system-level decisions, and ensuring the electrical subsystem aligns with overall mission goals.Documentation will be key, including maintaining schematics, BOMs, interface definitions, and test procedures.What We’re Looking ForYou’ll bring a strong grounding in electrical engineering along with experience working on real, physical systems - ideally in environments where performance and reliability matter.We’re particularly interested in candidates with:A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM discipline3–5 years of hands-on experience developing and testing electrical systems or prototypesStrong circuit design and schematic capture skillsExperience with PCB design tools (e.g. Altium or equivalent)Proven ability to debug, troubleshoot, and iterate on hardwareExperience with motor control is highly relevant, especially: Three-phase systems and field-oriented control for bidirectional drivesYou should also be comfortable working cross-functionally, communicating clearly, and managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.Additionally, exposure to the following would be beneficial:High-power electronics or systems involving rapid energy transferDFM, DFT, and tolerance analysisEmbedded systems, microcontrollers, and sensor integrationEnvironmental or functional testing of hardwareHands-on lab experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and logic analysersAdditional requirements:Must meet applicable export control regulations (e.g. U.S.person status) and have ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance