Electrical Engineer

Space Kinetic

El Segundo, CA, USA
Competitive base salary; equity-based compensation...
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Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
3-5 years hands-on prototype development experience
Three phase field-oriented controllers for motor drives
** Space Kinetic is seeking an Electrical Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and maturation of prototypes for their innovative space technology. The role emphasizes hands-on electrical engineering skills, particularly in circuit design and prototype development, within a fast-paced startup environment focused on national security. **

Job Summary

  • Space Kinetic is a cleared, venture-backed startup developing asymmetric capabilities for space superiority and missile defense.
  • The role involves designing, building, and refining electrical prototypes to achieve flight-readiness within a two-year timeline.
  • Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents eligible for government security clearance due to ITAR regulations.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Space Kinetic is seeking an Electrical Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and maturation of prototypes for their innovative space technology. The role emphasizes hands-on electrical engineering skills, particularly in circuit design and prototype development, within a fast-paced startup environment focused on national security. **

Salary

Competitive Base Salary; Equity-Based Compensation; Performance-Based Bonus Structure

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 3-5 years hands-on prototype development experience
  • Three phase field-oriented controllers for motor drives
  • Schematic creation and component selection proficiency
  • Altium or similar schematic/PCB design tools
  • PCB fabrication and assembly vendor coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with aerospace or defense hardware applications
  • Knowledge of design-for-manufacture and design-for-test principles
  • Familiarity with embedded systems and microcontrollers
  • Hands-on lab equipment usage like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment

Key Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required
  • Ability to maintain or obtain Government Security Clearance
  • Minimum 3-5 years of relevant electrical engineering experience

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship, lawful permanent resident (green card), refugee, or asylee status

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