Senior Electrical Engineer

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity’s presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. Lunar Outpost is seeking a SeniorElectrical Engineer to support the design, development, and maturation of complex electrical hardware for spaceflight and lunar surface systems.

This role encompasses end‑to‑end development of electrical hardware—from schematic capture through layout, test, and integration—with a balanced emphasis across power, digital, analog, and high‑speed interfaces. Your work will not only contribute to pioneering lunar missions, but also to technologies with the potential to benefit humanity on Earth. Collaborating with cross‑disciplinary engineering teams, you’ll work hands on to solve challenging hardware problems in a fast‑paced startup environment.  Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the MAPP rover, leading the charge in autonomous commercial exploration on the lunar surface! Key Responsibilities:Perform schematic capture, PCB layout, board bring‑up, and verification on development and spaceflight hardwareDesign, simulate, and review mixed‑signal circuits incorporating digital logic, analog interfaces, sensing, control, and on‑board power conversionDesign board‑level power circuitry, including DC/DC converters, point‑of‑load regulation, power distribution, sequencing, and protectionSupport high‑speed electrical designs (e.g., LVDS, Ethernet, SpaceWire, PCIe, or equivalent interfaces) with attention to signal integritySupport cable harness design and documentationCollaborate closely with mechanical, thermal, software, harnessing, and systems engineering to ensure robust hardware integrationSupport componentselection (processors, FPGAs, memories, connectors, converters) with consideration for spaceflight environmentsSupport and maintain a high quality ECAD component libraryParticipate in test campaigns including functional, environmental, EMI/EMC, and system level testingRequired Qualifications:Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related fieldMinimum of 3 years of professional experience developing electrical hardware for aerospace, spaceflight, or other safety‑critical systemsHands‑on experience designing electrical systems, including schematic design and signal integrity aware layout considerationsGood foundation in analog and digital circuit design, including power regulation, communications, sensing, and controlExperience designing with data interfaces such as SPI, I²C, UART, RS-422, RS-485, CAN, Ethernet, USB, and SpaceWireExperience with board‑level power design, including DC/DC conversion, point‑of‑load regulation, power sequencing, and protection circuitsHands-on experience supporting board bring‑up, integration, and troubleshootingAbility to independently work on hardware designs and make sound engineering tradeoffsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsSelf‑motivated, organized, and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced hardware development environment  U.S.

PersonPreferred Qualifications:Master of Science (MS) in Electrical EngineeringProficiency with Altium Designer for schematic capture, PCB layout coordination, and design releaseExperience with FPGA‑ or processor‑based systems and embedded interfacesExperience with EMI/EMC design and mitigationFamiliarity with aerospace or NASA standards, review processes, and documentation expectationsExperience supporting NASA programs such as Artemis, ISS, Commercial Crew, or comparable missions Familiarity with high‑reliability PCB design practices for harsh environments (thermal cycling, vibration, vacuum)Compensation & Benefits: Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employerPaid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacationRetirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributionsPaid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidaysParental leaveEducational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career developmentLunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy. DepartmentElectricalEmployment TypeFull-TimeMinimum ExperienceMid-level