Analog Electronics Engineer

SpinLaunch is a space technology company committed to revolutionizing access to space by enabling the rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services. With backing from industry leaders in venture capital and engineering, including Airbus Ventures, GV (formerly Google Ventures), and Kleiner Perkins, we are primed to advance the commercialization of our end-to-end space solutions. At SpinLaunch, you'll be at the forefront of transforming the entire space landscape - creating a more affordable and sustainable space industry. Join us in our mission and be an integral part of a close-knit, collaborative team that strives in a fast-paced, innovative environment. This is a full-time, on-site position located at our Long Beach, CA headquarters. 

Your Mission on the Team:  

• Radio transceiver analog front end design  
• Develop antenna, receiver, exciter, and transmitter subsystems 
• Develop a complex electronic control system to control digital, analog, and RF signals 
• Design and simulate discrete RF electronic circuits; select components; perform schematic design; layout and prototype PCBs; assemble, debug, and bench/field test prototypes 
• Perform performance and cost tradeoff analysis; test/evaluate new components & technologies
• Contribute to all phases of development life cycle (requirements, systems and circuit design, integration of RF and wireless circuits and systems, testing, and manufacturing activities) 

Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree, preferably a PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field  
• Proficiency using SPICE or Microwave Office for analog circuit design and simulation 
• Schematic capture and PCB layout using EDA tools from Altium, Cadence, OrCAD, etc. 
• RF/Analog circuit design experience. Familiarity with RF concepts and RF design considerations 
• Expertise in RF front end design and integration of RF subsystems 
• Ability to generate specifications and perform system design and analysis 
• Expertise in programming test equipment using languages like C++ and LabVIEW
• Ability to perform bench-level analog/power bring-up and troubleshooting using analog and digital test equipment like spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and vector signal generators 
• Hands-on prototyping and debug experience testing complex RF subsystems 

Ideal Qualifications:  

• Familiarity with electronics manufacturing processes 
• Experience with FPGA development and firmware development 
• Experience using HFSS, CST, ADS, Clarity, or similar RF simulation tools 
• Experience designing, manufacturing, and testing space flight hardware 
• Familiarity with antenna design 

Salary Range: $130,000.00 to $175,000.00 

The base salary offered to a successful candidate will be determined on a case-by-case basis and influenced by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and scope of the position.  

ITAR Requirements 

SpinLaunch is required by the U.S. Government to comply with various space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (“green card holder”) or a protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More information on ITAR can be found here.  

SpinLaunch is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Each individual has the right to work in a professional environment that promotes equal employment opportunity and prohibits discriminatory practices, including harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.