{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c0b147c67fbc2012b85467ff","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c0b147c67fbc2012b85467ff","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c0b147c67fbc2012b85467ff","title":"Senior Electronics Engineer (Embedded)","description":"Senior Electronics Engineer (Embedded)\nAim high, go beyond!\n\nAt Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on…\n\nWorking in our Chief Technology Office (CTO)\n\nThe CTO division is where Open Cosmos technology comes to life. Covering engineering, product development, and technical innovation, the team designs, builds, and operates the satellites, systems, and platforms that make our missions possible. It’s a highly collaborative environment where ideas become real hardware, software, and data solutions that deliver impact from space.\n\nThe Electronics team is where the magic happens – from power systems and flight computers to comms boards and payload interfaces, they make sure every mission succeeds. It’s creative, hands‑on, and mission‑critical work – solving tricky problems, testing every circuit, and making sure our satellites are ready to thrive in the toughest environment of all: Space.\n\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\n\nWe're looking for a Senior Electronics Engineer to take on the technical lead of the Embedded side of the Electronics Team. You will be responsible for the design & development of the On‑Board Data Handling (OBDH) system of our satellite platform. Beyond technical leadership, you will be responsible for growing the Embedded team, mentoring junior engineers, and delegating tasks to manage product development across multiple projects. This is a hands‑on, impactful role where you'll collaborate across disciplines to realise robust, high‑performance electronics destined for orbit. You’ll be at the heart of the full electronics lifecycle and in a position to steer the technical direction of the team to realise Open Cosmos’ vision.\n\nProvide hands‑on technical oversight\n\nLead in PCB design and schematic capture for embedded, mixed‑signal, high‑speed data designs\n\nHelp define & execute test procedures for mixed‑signal designs\n\nLead debugging & investigations on flight hardware\n\nMaintain and improve team processes, drive continual improvement\n\nDefine design development roadmaps that are in line with company strategy\n\nWork with the Electronics Team Lead to grow the Embedded team and mentor junior engineers\n\nCollaborate cross‑disciplinary with Power Electronics & Software Teams\n\nWhat You’ll Bring\n\nDeep understanding of embedded systems design, ideally within aerospace, defence, or other safety‑critical environments.\n\nSkilled in PCB design and schematic capture for mixed‑signal, high‑speed data, and embedded systems (Altium or similar).\n\nStrong grasp of microcontrollers, processors, and digital communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, SpaceWire, etc.).\n\nConfident in board bring‑up, testing, and debugging using lab tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and JTAG.\n\nSolid understanding of firmware integration and software‑hardware interaction, working closely with cross‑functional teams.\n\nA hands‑on problem solver who thrives on turning complex challenges into elegant, reliable solutions.\n\nGenuine passion for innovation and for building space‑ready electronics that push boundaries.\n\nFor this role you can be based in any of our locations:\n\nHarwell, UK\n\nBarcelona, Spain\n\nPorto, Portugal\n\nAthens, Greece\n\nTo apply, you must have the legal right to work in your chosen location.\n\nWhy Open Cosmos?\n\nWork at the cutting edge of space technology with customers around the globe.\n\nA mission‑driven company making space accessible to help solve real‑world challenges.\n\nA diverse, ambitious, and supportive team.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Open Cosmos","rawCompany":"open cosmos","city":"Romulus","state":"MI","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T09:10:37.568Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334418","title":"Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing","slug":"printed-circuit-assembly-electronic-assembly-manufacturing"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Electronics Engineer (Embedded)","description":"Senior Electronics Engineer (Embedded)\nAim high, go beyond!\n\nAt Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on…\n\nWorking in our Chief Technology Office (CTO)\n\nThe CTO division is where Open Cosmos technology comes to life. Covering engineering, product development, and technical innovation, the team designs, builds, and operates the satellites, systems, and platforms that make our missions possible. It’s a highly collaborative environment where ideas become real hardware, software, and data solutions that deliver impact from space.\n\nThe Electronics team is where the magic happens – from power systems and flight computers to comms boards and payload interfaces, they make sure every mission succeeds. It’s creative, hands‑on, and mission‑critical work – solving tricky problems, testing every circuit, and making sure our satellites are ready to thrive in the toughest environment of all: Space.\n\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\n\nWe're looking for a Senior Electronics Engineer to take on the technical lead of the Embedded side of the Electronics Team. You will be responsible for the design & development of the On‑Board Data Handling (OBDH) system of our satellite platform. Beyond technical leadership, you will be responsible for growing the Embedded team, mentoring junior engineers, and delegating tasks to manage product development across multiple projects. This is a hands‑on, impactful role where you'll collaborate across disciplines to realise robust, high‑performance electronics destined for orbit. You’ll be at the heart of the full electronics lifecycle and in a position to steer the technical direction of the team to realise Open Cosmos’ vision.\n\nProvide hands‑on technical oversight\n\nLead in PCB design and schematic capture for embedded, mixed‑signal, high‑speed data designs\n\nHelp define & execute test procedures for mixed‑signal designs\n\nLead debugging & investigations on flight hardware\n\nMaintain and improve team processes, drive continual improvement\n\nDefine design development roadmaps that are in line with company strategy\n\nWork with the Electronics Team Lead to grow the Embedded team and mentor junior engineers\n\nCollaborate cross‑disciplinary with Power Electronics & Software Teams\n\nWhat You’ll Bring\n\nDeep understanding of embedded systems design, ideally within aerospace, defence, or other safety‑critical environments.\n\nSkilled in PCB design and schematic capture for mixed‑signal, high‑speed data, and embedded systems (Altium or similar).\n\nStrong grasp of microcontrollers, processors, and digital communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, SpaceWire, etc.).\n\nConfident in board bring‑up, testing, and debugging using lab tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and JTAG.\n\nSolid understanding of firmware integration and software‑hardware interaction, working closely with cross‑functional teams.\n\nA hands‑on problem solver who thrives on turning complex challenges into elegant, reliable solutions.\n\nGenuine passion for innovation and for building space‑ready electronics that push boundaries.\n\nFor this role you can be based in any of our locations:\n\nHarwell, UK\n\nBarcelona, Spain\n\nPorto, Portugal\n\nAthens, Greece\n\nTo apply, you must have the legal right to work in your chosen location.\n\nWhy Open Cosmos?\n\nWork at the cutting edge of space technology with customers around the globe.\n\nA mission‑driven company making space accessible to help solve real‑world challenges.\n\nA diverse, ambitious, and supportive team.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-04-09T09:10:37.568Z","dateModified":"2026-04-09T09:10:37.568Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Open Cosmos","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Romulus","addressRegion":"MI","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"c0b147c67fbc2012b85467ff"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c0b147c67fbc2012b85467ff"}}