Senior Electrical Engineer

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

About the role

The Senior Electrical Engineer for our Products line is responsible for the design of cutting-edge components for space and national security applications including Software Defined Radios, Digital Processing Systems, Space Rated Cameras, Star Trackers, and Laser Communications. This role reports to the VP of Product Design and is part of the Electrical Engineering team based in San Diego, CA. This role is 100% onsite.

Responsibilities

• Derive and document circuit board requirements from system/top-level requirements.
• Create schematic drawings and functional/design specifications for complex high-speed Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs).
• Layout and/or guide the layout of complex Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).
• Assist with manufacturing of complex PCBAs when/where needed.
• Work with signal integrity, mechanical, and power teams during board design and testing.
• Develop printed circuit board assembly test plans and procedures to assure performance meets specifications.
• Validate the design; troubleshoot and test complex circuit boards.
• Meet aggressive/accelerated schedule deadlines.
• Support internal and external design and development gate reviews with related documentation.
• Participate in proposals and trade studies, including evaluating contractor and subcontractor proposals for technical feasibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience designing high-speed printed circuit boards.
• Solid understanding of digital logic, signal integrity, power circuitry, and high-speed PCB design and simulation techniques.
• Experience with FPGAs/PLDs, Ethernet PHYs, high-speed memories, PLLs, voltage regulators, switching, etc.
• Knowledge of computer and system architecture.
• Experience with board simulations and working knowledge of processors, DSPs, and associated interfaces.
• Experience in a project from bring-up through production ramp.
• Experience in creating/reviewing validation/diagnostic test plans.
• Experience with developing tests and debugging in the lab.
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of analog and power experience preferred.
• Ability to perform layout of printed circuit boards preferred.

Pay

The good faith base salary range for this role is $165,000–$190,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more. No long-term contracts and free on-demand workout videos before enrollment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security.
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.