Electrical Engineer

About the company Our client is an aerospace and technology company. The role Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Join a small engineering group as its first dedicated electrical engineer, taking ownership of an onboard computer for an upcoming flight program. You will also contribute to the electronics design for a later, larger system, splitting your time between the lab bench and collaboration with outside manufacturing partners. What you'll do - Own the design of the onboard flight computer, with delivery in the first 90 days as the top priority. - Prototype on the bench, bring up new boards and troubleshoot problems in the lab alongside engineering leadership. - Collaborate with external manufacturers on the electronics and compute hardware for a larger production system. - Help guide decisions about high-speed data links between processors and evaluate optical alternatives. - Develop low-level code and supporting software for the payload as the need arises. Requirements What we're looking for - Solid grounding in high-speed digital design, including signal and power integrity. - Hands-on experience taking custom boards or system boards from schematic capture through high-speed layout, bring-up and debugging. - At least 1 year at a high-growth startup, with exposure to building things from zero. - A degree in electrical or computer engineering, or comparable practical experience. - Ability to work on-site five days a week in Los Angeles, CA. - Open to any level, from a promising new graduate to a veteran with 10+ years of experience. Bonus points - Prior work at the silicon level on processors, accelerators or large custom chips. - A track record of working closely with outside electronics manufacturers. - Familiarity with optical networking or related data-communication technologies. - Background at well-known aerospace, semiconductor or hardware companies. - Exposure to hardware built for harsh environments such as spaceflight. Benefits Compensation and benefits - Base salary: USD 120,000 to 220,000 per year - Equity - Health, dental and vision coverage - Flexible time off - Relocation support Location and work model - Los Angeles, CA, United States - On-site, 5 days per week in office - Full-time