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Electrical Engineer III - Advanced Programs

Quantum Space · Rockville, MD · 1 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$125k–$175k/yrFull-time

Who We’re Looking For

Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly. We are seeking a motivated and technically capable Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and testing of spacecraft electrical systems and defense-related space technologies.

Where You’ll Make an Impact

Lead development of specialized spacecraft electronics hardware from concept, prototype, qualification, and flight delivery
Design and develop analog, digital, mixed-signal, and power electronics supporting Ranger spacecraft platforms
Own schematic capture, PCB architecture, layout oversight, bring-up, troubleshooting, and hardware validation activities
Develop timing-critical, multi-layer PCB designs for high-reliability spacecraft applications
Collaborate closely with systems, thermal, propulsion, FPGA, software, and mechanical engineering teams to define and integrate spacecraft electronics architectures
Support FPGA integration activities utilizing AMD and Microsemi devices
Lead schematic reviews, design trade studies, and hardware architecture decisions across advanced spacecraft programs
Develop electronics solutions supporting spacecraft communications, avionics, propulsion, and power distribution systems
Apply EEE component derating methodologies and reliability best practices for spaceflight hardware in accordance with INST-002 requirements
Drive design-for-manufacture (DFM) considerations throughout development to support efficient production and high-quality flight hardware delivery
Manage PCB and PCBA manufacturing vendors in support of schedule-critical hardware builds
Support subsystem integration, environmental testing, anomaly resolution, and flight hardware qualification campaigns
Participate in major development reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and FRR activities
Develop and maintain technical documentation including schematics, interface control documents, requirements, verification artifacts, and test procedures

What It Takes

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline
  • 7+ years of experience developing electronics hardware for MEO/GEO spacecraft environments
  • Strong proficiency with industry-standard ECAD tools such as Cadence or Altium
  • Strong analog, digital, and power electronics design capability
  • Direct experience integrating AMD and Microsemi FPGA-based systems
  • Experience designing mixed-signal, timing-critical, multi-layer PCBs
  • Strong understanding of design-for-manufacture (DFM) principles and hardware production workflows
  • Experience designing for spacecraft communication interfaces including RS-422/485, LVDS, SpaceWire, Gigabit Ethernet, Discrete IO, I2C, SPI, and related protocols
  • Ability to derive component- and assembly-level requirements from subsystem or spacecraft-level requirements
  • Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and hardware integration capability
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, iterative spacecraft development environment

Nice-to-Have Experience

  • M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Knowledge of spacecraft propulsion system architectures and propulsion electronics development
  • Direct experience developing DC-DC converter topologies including Buck, Boost, and Buck-Boost designs
  • Deep understanding of spacecraft load-switch design and optimization
  • Experience designing high-power spacecraft electronics systems
  • Experience supporting or leading spacecraft electronics qualification campaigns including TVAC, vibration, and EMI/EMC testing
  • Knowledge of spacecraft design lifecycle activities and vehicle-level integration operations
  • Familiarity with radiation-hardened component selection and qualification practices
  • Experience supporting mission-critical national security or defense-related space programs

What You’ll Get

  • Ownership – Lead development of mission-critical spacecraft electronics supporting advanced Ranger missions
  • Innovation – Develop next-generation spacecraft avionics and power electronics architectures for high-mobility space systems
  • Impact – Deliver flight-ready electronics enabling national security, civil, and commercial missions
  • Growth – Operate as a key technical contributor across rapidly advancing spacecraft programs and multidisciplinary engineering teams

Career Path

Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, FSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing

Additional Requirements

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Apply now. Join us in building the advanced electronics systems powering the next generation of spacecraft mobility and mission capability.

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