Director of Electrical Engineering

About the Company

Overview Energy is a mission-driven team committed to delivering Space Solar Energy to the world. We operate at the intersection of space infrastructure and energy abundance, providing continuous baseload power 24/7 without seasonality or the need for batteries.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of satellite avionics and electrical subsystems from concept through production and operations
• Manage project schedules and deliverables to ensure on-time hardware delivery
• Develop technical roadmaps and recommend future system and process improvements
• Ensure designs meet industry standards, safety requirements, and mission objectives
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering workflows, collaboration, and communication

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer engineering, aerospace or a related engineering discipline
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in electrical engineering
• Proven leadership in managing avionics projects within satellite development programs
• Strong expertise in electronic principles and electrical systems, including power electronics, communication interfaces (such as RS-422), signal integrity, and grounding techniques
• Proficiency with standard electronic laboratory instruments
• Demonstrated proficiency in applying core electrical circuit design concepts with both discrete and integrated components
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of the space environment and radiation tolerance for orbital applications
• Comprehensive experience across the complete electronic product development lifecycle (schematic design, PCBA layout, circuit analysis, etc.)
• Proficiency with Atlassian Jira and Confluence
• Experience working in a startup environment