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Scout Space is building a new way to see and operate in space: with a new paradigm of data empowering every satellite to make space safer. We are a rapidly-growing team; we are deploying real solutions to orbit over the next 2 years; and our work will transform the face of spaceflight. We are looking for people that bring excitement and energy to our organization, are curious and eager to learn, and want to help drive our programs forward.
As a
Satellite Electrical Engineer , you will focus on design, development, and integration of electronics for use in spaceborne and high-reliability environments.
Responsibilities
Design and analyze digital and analog/mixed-signal electrical circuits, including power supplies, sensor interfaces, and communication buses
Develop hardware schematics and support PCB layout for FPGA-based subsystems
Support hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation in lab environments
Define connector and cable harnessing for space environments
Contribute to system-level architectural decisions and participate in design reviews
Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, software, and systems teams to ensure cohesive hardware solutions
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
4–5 years of relevant experience in electrical design
Strong experience with board-level electrical design, schematic capture, and layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, KiCad, OrCAD)
Familiarity with signal integrity, power distribution, and EMI/EMC best practices, especially in a space environment
Strong debugging skills using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers)Working knowledge of hardware development for harsh environments (radiation tolerance, thermal constraints)
Eligible to hold a security clearance
Qualification
6-8 years of relevant experience in electrical design
Expert proficiency with board-level electrical design, schematic capture, and layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, KiCad, OrCAD)
Experience designing optical, radio frequency (RF), and high power avionics
Experience with VHDL or Verilog and FPGA development toolchains (e.g., Vivado, Quartus, Libero)
Experience integrating FPGA systems with embedded processors, sensors, and high-speed interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, LVDS, SpaceWire, Ethernet)
Benefits
Open Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k Matching
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care FSA
Wellness Stipend
Work From Home Stipend
Life Insurance
Long-term plans
Commuter Benefit
Education Reimbursement
Don't fulfill all the qualifications listed above? If you still feel like you might be a good fit, please feel free to APPLY ANYWAY. We believe in a well-rounded team, and this sometimes means that someone with out-of-context knowledge can contribute just as well as someone with very explicit alignment with our capabilities needs stated.
Our positions are based in Reston, Virginia, with much of our team operating in a hybrid or remote fashion. Our preference is for candidates in or around this area (or willing to relocate) as we scale our facilities and engineering team to provide more opportunities to work and collaborate in-person.
Scout Space Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of , , , (including and ), , political affiliation, , marital status, , genetic information, , membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. To conform to US Government space technology export regulations, applicants must be a US , lawful permanent of the US, a protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorization from the US Department of State.
We're Proud to Prioritize Mental Health. Scout Space has been recognized with the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America. This certification reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a supportive environment where mental well-being is valued, protected, and openly talked about. We know that when people feel seen and supported, great work happens, and that is the kind of culture we are building here at Scout Space.
Scout Space is building a new way to see and operate in space: with a new paradigm of data empowering every satellite to make space safer. We are a rapidly-growing team; we are deploying real solutions to orbit over the next 2 years; and our work will transform the face of spaceflight. We are looking for people that bring excitement and energy to our organization, are curious and eager to learn, and want to help drive our programs forward.
As a
Satellite Electrical Engineer , you will focus on design, development, and integration of electronics for use in spaceborne and high-reliability environments.
Responsibilities
Design and analyze digital and analog/mixed-signal electrical circuits, including power supplies, sensor interfaces, and communication buses
Develop hardware schematics and support PCB layout for FPGA-based subsystems
Support hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation in lab environments
Define connector and cable harnessing for space environments
Contribute to system-level architectural decisions and participate in design reviews
Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, software, and systems teams to ensure cohesive hardware solutions
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
4–5 years of relevant experience in electrical design
Strong experience with board-level electrical design, schematic capture, and layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, KiCad, OrCAD)
Familiarity with signal integrity, power distribution, and EMI/EMC best practices, especially in a space environment
Strong debugging skills using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers)Working knowledge of hardware development for harsh environments (radiation tolerance, thermal constraints)
Eligible to hold a security clearance
Qualification
6-8 years of relevant experience in electrical design
Expert proficiency with board-level electrical design, schematic capture, and layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, KiCad, OrCAD)
Experience designing optical, radio frequency (RF), and high power avionics
Experience with VHDL or Verilog and FPGA development toolchains (e.g., Vivado, Quartus, Libero)
Experience integrating FPGA systems with embedded processors, sensors, and high-speed interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, LVDS, SpaceWire, Ethernet)
Benefits
Open Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k Matching
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care FSA
Wellness Stipend
Work From Home Stipend
Life Insurance
Long-term plans
Commuter Benefit
Education Reimbursement
Don't fulfill all the qualifications listed above? If you still feel like you might be a good fit, please feel free to APPLY ANYWAY. We believe in a well-rounded team, and this sometimes means that someone with out-of-context knowledge can contribute just as well as someone with very explicit alignment with our capabilities needs stated.
Our positions are based in Reston, Virginia, with much of our team operating in a hybrid or remote fashion. Our preference is for candidates in or around this area (or willing to relocate) as we scale our facilities and engineering team to provide more opportunities to work and collaborate in-person.
Scout Space Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of , , , (including and ), , political affiliation, , marital status, , genetic information, , membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. To conform to US Government space technology export regulations, applicants must be a US , lawful permanent of the US, a protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorization from the US Department of State.
We're Proud to Prioritize Mental Health. Scout Space has been recognized with the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America. This certification reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a supportive environment where mental well-being is valued, protected, and openly talked about. We know that when people feel seen and supported, great work happens, and that is the kind of culture we are building here at Scout Space.