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In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different - an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures - where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a ‘one-to-many’ system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster.\nThis is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space.\nPosition Overview:\nThe Electrical Design Engineer will play a critical role in designing, building, and maturing prototypes for Space Kinetic’s core technology. You will support the team in refining the electrical architecture of the current prototype and driving the system closer to a flight-ready configuration with each iteration. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking concepts from schematic to hardware, solving complex electrical challenges, and working closely with mechanical and manufacturing teams to bring cutting-edge space hardware to life. We are exploring electrical engineering opportunities in New Mexico and welcome qualified candidates interested in supporting innovative aerospace programs to connect with us for potential future roles.\nWhat You’ll Do: \nJob Responsibilities: \nResponsibilities will vary based on experience and role level, and will include: \nDesign, develop, and test electrical circuits, PCBs, and prototype hardware. \nRefine electrical architectures, schematics, and subsystem designs. \nPerform component selection, circuit analysis, and electrical trade studies. \nSupport PCB layout, fabrication, assembly, and vendor coordination. \nDevelop and integrate motor drives, power electronics, sensors, and embedded control interfaces. \nIntegrate electrical systems with mechanical assemblies and vehicle hardware. \nConduct hardware bring-up, troubleshooting, debugging, and performance testing. \nDevelop electrical documentation, including BOMs, wiring diagrams, ICDs, and test procedures. \nParticipate in design reviews and cross-functional engineering activities. \nSupport prototype maturation, qualification, and progression toward flight readiness. \nWhat It Takes: \nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related STEM discipline. \n0-3 years of experience through internships, academic projects, or professional work involving circuit design and hardware development. \nFamiliarity with electrical schematics, component selection, and PCB design tools such as Altium. \nUnderstanding of electronics fundamentals, electrical testing, and hardware troubleshooting. \nHands-on experience with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies. \nStrong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn and work across disciplines.\nExperience developing hardware for aerospace, defense, robotics, or other demanding applications. \nKnowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, sensors, motor controls, and power electronics. \nExperience with high-voltage or high-current systems. \n What We’d Love:\nMaster’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field \nFamiliarity with environmental qualification and functional testing. \nExperience coordinating with external PCB fabrication and assembly vendors. \nAbility to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving technical requirements. \n3-7+ years of experiencedesigning, building, and testing complex electrical hardware. \nExperience with three-phase motor drives, field-oriented control (FOC), and bidirectional power electronics. \nProficiency in circuit design, schematic capture, PCB development, and component selection. \nExperience taking electrical systems from concept through prototype development and integration. \nAbility to independently own electrical design tasks and drive technical challenges to resolution. \nExperience with design-for-manufacturing, design-for-test, and engineering documentation. \nStrong cross-functional collaboration and technical communication skills\n*Our vision is unique, and so is the team we’re building. If you’re driven to succeed in this role, even if your background doesn’t fully align with every qualification, we want your application. \nWhere You’ll Be: \nThe position will be onsite at our Albuquerque, New Mexico facility. \n\nWhat We Offer: \nEquity-Based Compensation\n401(k) retirement plan with a 3.5% company match\nHighly Competitive PTO\nPaid company holidays + winter break \nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance\nUnique Performance-based bonus opportunities\nITAR Requirements: \nTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 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