The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the definition, architecture, design, implementation, and integration of mixed signal and/or analog circuits in high-reliability electronics. The Engineer will develop low noise analog circuits as well as quiet power supplies for imaging sensors.
Responsibilities:
Define, architect, design, implement, and integrate mixed signal and/or analog circuits.
Develop low noise analog circuits and quiet power supplies for imaging sensors.
Support and lead the architecture of imaging payloads.
Directly support programs developing missile warning, tracking, and defense sensors.
Essential Skills:
10+ years of experience in analog circuit design.
Proficiency with Altium and Cadence Allegro or similar tools.
Experience with mixed signal design and analog design.
Ability to debug circuits using tools like oscilloscopes.
Experience with schematic capture.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
Experience with space flight hardware is preferred.
Ability to obtain a security clearance.
Work Environment:
The role involves supporting and leading the architecture of imaging payloads. The work is in direct support of programs developing missile warning, tracking, and defense sensors. The position supports the US Space Force Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture, which is a constellation of small satellites designed to provide missile warning, tracking, and defense, secure global communications, positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), as well as tactical data transport and targeting support.
Job Type & Location:
This is a contract position based out of Cypress, CA.
Pay and Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $85.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Cypress, CA.
Application Deadline:
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.
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