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SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and is seeking a PCB Designer for the Avionics Hardware Development team. The role involves PCB layout from schematics, close collaboration with electrical and mechanical engineers, and producing flight-grade boards that withstand thermal, shock, vibration, and EMI/EMC constraints.

Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering
  • Experience with PCB layout and schematic capture tools (Altium, KiCad, Eagle, Xpedition)
  • Hands-on use of electrical test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, signal generator)
  • Familiarity with low-noise layout, EMI/EMC mitigation, and mixed-signal design
  • Understanding of digital interfaces (SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, RS-422)

Responsibilities

  • Review and update schematics to support PCB layout and hierarchical capture
  • Determine layer stackups, select component packages, and perform placement and routing for digital, analog, RF, and power conversion circuits
  • Produce PCB layouts for launch vehicle and spacecraft avionics
  • Interface with manufacturing and PCB vendors to meet DFM/DFT guidelines
  • Create and maintain component and PCB libraries
  • Generate and release fabrication, assembly, and test documentation
  • Collaborate to improve design rules, constraints, and testability
  • Evaluate, utilize, and train team members on PCB design tools

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering required
  • Relevant academic projects, internships, or professional PCB design experience considered

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with level-based ranges
  • Eligibility for company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Approx. 3 weeks paid vacation plus 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave per company policy
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SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is an aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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August 20, 2025
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