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Astranis

Senior PCB Layout Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$135K - $235K/yr

Senior PCB Layout Engineer As a Senior PCB layout engineer at Astranis, you will be responsible for completing PCB layout across the entire company - supporting designs across payload, avionics and ...

Ciena

Senior PCB Layout Engineer

New Providence, NJ

$120K - $191K/yr

The Senior PCB Layout Engineer contributes to the design and delivery of high-performance printed circuit boards that support scalable and manufacturable optical engine platforms. This role connects ...

Ciena

Senior PCB Layout Engineer

New Providence, NJ

$120K - $191K/yr

The Senior PCB Layout Engineer contributes to the design and delivery of high-performance printed circuit boards that support scalable and manufacturable optical engine platforms. This role connects ...

E-Space

PCB Layout Engineer - Avionics

Saratoga, CA

We are hiring PCB Layout Engineers to design and deliver board layouts for a satellite constellation program involving 19 avionics boards across 6 subsystems. You will work closely with electrical ...

Skydio, Inc

PCB Layout Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$147K - $210K/yr

We're looking for a PCB Layout Engineer who can execute on complex layouts, while also working cross functionally with EE, RF, and Mechanical. You'll set best practices, own challenging boards, and ...

E-Space

PCB Layout Engineer - Avionics

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

We are hiring PCB Layout Engineers to design and deliver board layouts for a satellite constellation program involving 19 avionics boards across 6 subsystems. You will work closely with electrical ...

E-Space

PCB Layout Engineer - Avionics

Saratoga, CA

$150K - $250K/yr

We are hiring PCB Layout Engineers to design and deliver board layouts for a satellite constellation program involving 19 avionics boards across 6 subsystems. You will work closely with electrical ...

Etched

Senior Layout PCB Engineer

Cupertino, CA

$2.0K/mo

PCB Engineer We're seeking a skilled PCB Layout Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to our high-performance data center products. As a PCB Layout Engineer at Etched, you will play a ...

Etched

Senior Layout PCB Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$2.0K/mo

PCB Engineer We're seeking a skilled PCB Layout Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to our high-performance data center products. As a PCB Layout Engineer at Etched, you will play a ...

Array Labs

Senior RF PCB Layout Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$125K - $160K/yr

About the job As a Senior RF PCB Layout Engineer, you will own the physical implementation of Array's RF and microwave electronics in Altium, translating schematics and performance requirements into ...

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To thrive as a PCB Layout Engineer, you need a strong background in electronics engineering, PCB design principles, and circuit analysis, typically supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with industry-standard PCB design tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, or Mentor Graphics, along with knowledge of IPC standards and design for manufacturability, is crucial. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are key soft skills that set candidates apart. These competencies are vital for ensuring reliable, manufacturable designs that meet project requirements and support seamless collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

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A PCB Layout Engineer designs and develops printed circuit board (PCB) layouts for electronic systems, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and manufacturability. They work with schematic diagrams, component placements, and routing to create efficient designs that meet electrical and mechanical requirements. Using software tools like Altium Designer, OrCAD, or Eagle, they optimize signal integrity, thermal management, and design rule compliance. PCB Layout Engineers collaborate with hardware engineers, manufacturers, and quality teams to refine designs before production. Their work is critical in industries like consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, and telecommunications.

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Senior PCB Layout Engineer

Senior PCB Layout Engineer

Astranis

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$135K - $235K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity's reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe- large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts.
Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world's best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.
Senior PCB Layout Engineer
As a Senior PCB layout engineer at Astranis, you will be responsible for completing PCB layout across the entire company - supporting designs across payload, avionics and power. You will interface directly with design engineers to gather board requirements and mechanical constraints and implement those into the PCB layout. You will also be responsible for interfacing with the PCBA manufacturing team and our external fab and assembly vendors to implement design for manufacturing (DFM) and ensure that we are sending reliable hardware to space.
Role
  • Placement and Routing of high reliability Printed Circuit Board (PCB) designs, with schematic and layout input from design engineers
  • Routing of power, high speed digital, RF, and analog PCB designs
  • Support librarian in creating and reviewing schematic symbols and footprints from datasheets and 3D models
  • Own design standards, templates, release procedures and interface to PLM system.
  • Interface with PCB manufacturing team and external fabrication and assembly vendors to asses technical capabilities, design stackups and implement design for manufacturing (DFM).
Requirements
  • B.S. or M.S. in electrical or computer engineering, or equivalent technical degree
  • 7+ years experience with PCB layout and routing
  • Familiarity with Altium or similar design tools
  • Experience with IPC standards (Class 2/3, IPC-A-610, IPC-7351)
  • Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.
Bonus
  • Experience with scripting or automation
  • Experience working with PLM software (Arena preferred)
  • Knowledge of PCB manufacturing and assembly processes
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with others

What we offer:
All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.
Base pay is just one component of Astranis's total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals.
Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.
Base Salary
$135,000-$235,000 USD
U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required
(To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))
Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.

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