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Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth.Lunar Outpost is seeking aSenior
ElectricalEngineertosupportthe design, development, and maturation of complex electrical hardware for spaceflight and lunar surface systems. This roleencompassesendtoenddevelopment of electrical hardware-from schematic capturethrough layout, test, and integration-with a balanced emphasis across power, digital, analog, andhighspeedinterfaces. Your work will not only contribute to pioneering lunar missions, but also to technologies with the potential tobenefithumanity on Earth. Collaborating withcrossdisciplinaryengineering teams,you'llwork hands onto solve challenging hardware problems in afastpacedstartup environment.

Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the MAPP rover, leading the charge in autonomous commercial exploration on the lunar surface!

Key Responsibilities:

• Performschematiccapture,PCB layout,boardbringup, and verificationon development and spaceflight hardware

• Design, simulate,and reviewmixedsignalcircuits incorporating digital logic, analog interfaces, sensing, control, andonboard power conversion

• Designboardlevelpowercircuitry, including DC/DC converters,pointofload regulation, power distribution, sequencing, and protection

• Supporthighspeedelectrical designs (e.g., LVDS, Ethernet,SpaceWire, PCIe, or equivalent interfaces)with attention to signal integrity

• Support cable harness designand documentation

• Collaborate closely with mechanical, thermal, software, harnessing, and systems engineering to ensure robust hardware integration

• Supportcomponent
  selection(processors, FPGAs, memories, connectors, converters) with consideration for spaceflight environments

• Supportandmaintainahigh qualityECADcomponentlibrary

• Participate intest campaigns including functional, environmental, EMI/EMC, andsystem level testing

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field

• Minimum of3years of professional experience developing electrical hardware for aerospace, spaceflight, or other safetycritical systems

• Handsonexperience designing electrical systems, including schematic design andsignal integrityawarelayoutconsiderations

• Goodfoundationin analog and digital circuit design, including power regulation,communications,sensing, and control

• Experience designing with data interfaces such as SPI,IC, UART, RS-422, RS-485, CAN, Ethernet, USB, andSpaceWire

• Experiencewith boardlevel power design, including DC/DC conversion, pointofload regulation, power sequencing, and protection circuits

• Hands-on experience supporting board bringup, integration, and troubleshooting

• Ability to independentlywork onhardware designs and make sound engineering tradeoffs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Selfmotivated, organized, and comfortable operating in a fastpaced hardware development environment

• U.S. Person

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering

• Proficiencywith Altium Designer for schematic capture, PCB layout coordination, and design release

• Experience with FPGAor processorbased systems and embedded interfaces

• Experience with EMI/EMC design and mitigation

• Familiarity with aerospace or NASA standards, review processes, and documentation expectations

• Experience supporting NASA programs such as Artemis, ISS, Commercial Crew, or comparable missionsFamiliarity with highreliability PCB design practices for harsh environments (thermal cycling, vibration, vacuum)

Compensation & Benefits: Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
• Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
• Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
• Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
• Parental leave
• Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

Lunar OutpostInc.is an equal opportunity employer.Lunar Outpost Inc. doesnot discriminateon the basis ofrace,color,religion, sex (including pregnancy,sexual orientation,and gender identity),national origin, ethnicity,age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Allemployees,including executives andhuman resources personnel, are expectedtoconduct themselves with professionalism andtreat others withdignityandrespect in accordance with this policy.