{"id":697232,"url":"https://alion.io/job/benchmark-space-electrical-engineer","title":"Electrical Engineer","company":{"id":721036,"name":"Benchmarkspacesystems","domain":"benchmarkspacesystems.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/benchmarkspacesystems","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Breezy","truth_index":null},"role":"Hardware","role_family":"Hardware","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Burlington, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":105000,"max_usd":196000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":910},"experience_years_min":7,"visa_sponsorship":true,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Cadence Allegro","optional":false},{"name":"Git","optional":false},{"name":"KiCad","optional":false},{"name":"LTspice","optional":false},{"name":"Mentor Xpedition","optional":false},{"name":"OrCAD","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-07-14T16:56:41Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-07-14","last_verified_at":"2026-10-04T01:46:17Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":81,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":81},"description":"Job Purpose and Primary Objectives\nBenchmark Space Systems is looking for a highly experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Avionics team.\nThis role will work closely with engineers to design, build, and test the next-generation of in-space propulsion products for small satellites. Specifically, this person will contribute to the design, development and qualification of our modular propulsion avionics system.\nThis is an onsite role at our Burlington, VT location. \nAbout Benchmark:\nAt Benchmark Space Systems, we’re pioneering the future of in-space mobility. Our propulsion technologies provide satellites the ability to maneuver, avoid collisions, and maximize mission potential-all while contributing to a safer, more sustainable space environment.\nBacked by recent funding and a growing slate of new flight contracts for government and commercial customers, we’re building a workplace where bold ideas and passionate people thrive. Engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers at Benchmark tackle some of the toughest challenges in spaceflight, working together to turn cutting-edge concepts into real-world solutions. If you're ready to help shape the next era of spaceflight, there's never been a better time to join Benchmark Space Systems.\nMeasurements of Success/Primary Job Responsibilities:\nAt its core, Benchmark is an entrepreneurial, fast paced organization. In this environment, we need all employees to solve problems, not be afraid to ask questions and be able to work with and help colleagues in different departments and positions by digging in and working on other tasks as needed/assigned depending on business needs. With that said, there are primary job responsibilities and measurements of success for this position, which are:\nWork with cross-functional teams to capture and distill system-level requirements into Printed Circuit Board (PCB) designs.\nWork collaboratively with the Mechanical Engineering team to define PCB interfaces, circuit design and layout.\nPerform bring-up testing on new designs to ensure operation across environmental and electrical conditions.\nGenerate documentation to enable production technicians to assemble and integrate your designs.\nPerform design reviews of other engineers' designs.\nOther responsibilities that may be needed from time to time to assist in business operations.\nAt all times, maintain Benchmark’s outstanding reputation for operating at the highest levels of honesty, integrity, accountability, and transparency.\nEducation and/or Experience:\nA bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering or a related field of study.\n7+ years of experience in circuit design and PCB layout.\nExperience managing design requirement flows and leading design reviews.\nStrong organization, record-keeping, and written/verbal communication skills.\nU.S. Person Requirement: Due to the nature of the work and access to export-controlled information, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person under U.S. export control laws. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\nWhat you bring to the position, or have the ability to swiftly learn and be successful in:\nProficiency in at least one Enterprise PCB design software (Altium preferred, also OrCad, Allegro, Xpedition, KiCad).\nProficiency in at least one analog/digital circuit simulation software (LTspice, QSPICE, PSPICE).\nProficiency with electronics laboratory and test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc.\nExperience writing embedded firmware for ARM Cortex microcontroller.\nExperience working with embedded systems hardware (programming, debugging, etc.).\nFamiliarity with configuration management processes and tools such as Git.\nExperience designing and simulating analog circuits such as power regulators and signal chains.\nKnowledge of sensors, actuators, and system-level integration, especially in electromechanical or aerospace contexts.\nWhat makes you stand out:\nExperience with EMC design.\nPrevious experience within the aerospace and/or consumer electronics industry.\nA passion for space technology and emerging ecosystems in and around current and future space activities.\nBenefits:\nHealth insurance (100% coverage for individuals, 80% for families).\nVision and dental insurance.\nCompany paid life, AD&D, and disability insurances.\nEmployee assistance program.\n401(k) with employer match.\nFlexible schedule.\nUnlimited vacation.\nPhysical Requirements/Working Conditions:\nWhile performing duties of this job, the employee is predominately functioning in a combination of lab, office and controlled test environments with high frequency use of electronic communication, keyboarding, and computer use.\nBenchmark Space Systems is an equal\nopportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative\nenvironment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment\nopportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin,\nsexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender\nidentity or Veteran status. 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