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Senior Avionics Engineer

Outpost
Location
Los Angeles, California
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Engineering - Avionics
Salary
$175,000 – $185,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 4+ years of experience designing and building electrical hardware for high-reliability applications such as aerospace, defense, or automotive
  • First principles knowledge of electrical engineering
  • Experience with PCB/PCBA design, manufacturing, bring-up and test
  • Experience with embedded software development
  • Working knowledge of qualification and acceptance testing practices
  • Working knowledge of component derating, fault tolerance, and reliability engineering
Nice to have
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, or related field
  • Familiarity with C/C++, Python, and AI coding practices
  • Schematic capture and PCB layout experience
  • EEE component radiation testing experience
  • Power electronics design experience
What the job really is

As the Director of Avionics at Outpost, you will lead the design, testing, and production of electronic systems for Earth return vehicles. Your role involves managing a small team, collaborating with various engineering domains, and overseeing the development of avionics subsystems from requirements definition through to flight support. This position is hands-on and requires you to engage in all aspects of spacecraft development.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation: $250,000 – $300,000; (commensurate with experience)
  • Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact
  • Meaningful equity in Outpost
  • Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage and life insurance
  • Paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays
Things to weigh
  • In-person work required five days a week
  • No information on the company's current technology stack or tools used
  • Role involves direct interaction with external vendors, which may require strong negotiation skills
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