PCB Layout Engineer

Responsibilities

• Layout of complex multilayer PCBs for spacecraft avionics, power systems, RF systems, and compute hardware
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to translate schematics into production-ready PCB designs
• Define stackups and routing strategies for high-speed digital interfaces, power distribution networks, and mixed-signal designs
• Perform signal integrity, power integrity, impedance control, and design rule analysis
• Work closely with mechanical engineers to ensure proper board fit, thermal performance, and system integration
• Generate fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing documentation packages
• Partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to support board fabrication, assembly, and bring-up activities
• Drive DFM, DFA, and DFT best practices throughout the design process
• Contribute to the development of internal PCB design standards and layout methodologies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field
• 1-5+ years of experience in PCB layout for complex electronic systems
• Experience with industry-standard PCB design tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, or Mentor Graphics
• Experience designing multilayer boards with controlled impedance, high-speed interfaces, and dense component placement
• Understanding of signal integrity, power integrity, grounding, and EMI/EMC considerations
• Experience creating manufacturing documentation and supporting board fabrication and assembly

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing PCB layouts for aerospace, defense, satellite, or other high-reliability systems
• Experience with high-speed interfaces such as DDR, PCIe, Ethernet, SerDes, or FPGA-based systems
• Familiarity with RF layout techniques and mixed-signal board design
• Experience supporting environmental testing including vibration, thermal vacuum, and EMI/EMC testing
• Knowledge of IPC standards and design for manufacturability best practices
• Experience working in fast-paced startup environments
• Experience with component creation, verification, and library management

Benefits

• Equity in Cowboy Space Corp.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and 10 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance if applicable
• Daily lunch and fully stocked kitchen