Electrical Engineer

LocationSan Francisco, CA

SetupHybrid

LevelSenior

Posted2w ago

Engineering & Technology

Quick answer

Planet is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer for a full-time, hybrid role based in San Francisco, CA, with a salary range of $114,200—$142,700 USD.

Role: Electrical Engineer
Organization: Planet
Location: San Francisco, CA
Work setup: Hybrid
Level: Senior
Compensation: $114,200—$142,700 USD
Category: Engineering & Technology

The role

Join a team doing what’s rarely done: blending the rigor of aerospace with the speed and scale of mass production. In this role, you’ll have end-to-end ownership of the hardware that powers Planet’s satellites. You will design, optimize, and validate the critical electrical, data, and embedded systems that are the brains of our spacecraft.

What you'll do

Lead electrical design of analog, power and mixed signal subsystems
Execute schematic capture, power/signal integrity simulations
Design harnesses, including component selection, signal definition, coordination with mechanical engineering
Validate and debug designs during bring-up; support integration testing
Develop power supply designs, conduct power integrity checks
Collaborate with manufacturing and qualification teams to develop tests

What it takes

2+ years experience in taking designs from schematics to manufacturing
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field
Experience with power converter, analog, and mixed signal PCB design
Experience with lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters
Proficient solder rework skills
Comfortable with embedded systems and peripheral interfaces

What you'll bring

Electrical design of analogpower and mixed signal subsystemsSchematic capture and power/signal integrity simulationsPCB designHarness designValidation and debugging of designs

How we treat you

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, Health Savings Account (HSA), Generous Paid Time Off, 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Program, Home Office Reimbursement, Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, Equity, Commuter Benefits, Volunteering Paid Time Off

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is based in San Francisco, CA, with a hybrid work schedule requiring 3 days per week in the office.

What is the compensation?

The salary range is $114,200—$142,700 USD.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include 2+ years of experience in taking designs from schematics to manufacturing, a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, and experience with lab equipment.

How do I apply?

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the application deadline is 11:45p / 23:45 PT on 11/30/2023. Apply now on the job posting.

Is the job remote?

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the office, with the option to work remotely the other days.

How to apply

Apply directly on Planet's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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