PCB Layout Engineer - Avionics
E-Space, Saratoga, CA, United States
Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!
E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper‑scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly‑advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.
We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space‑based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.
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 design engineers, signal integrity analysts, and manufacturing teams to produce high‑quality, flight‑ready PCB layouts meeting stringent space‑grade requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Develop PCB stack‑ups for complex mixed‑signal, power, and RF designs with appropriate impedance control.
Perform component placement optimized for signal integrity, thermal management, and manufacturability.
Route high‑speed digital interfaces (SERDES, DDR, LVDS) with impedance‑controlled transmission lines.
Implement power distribution plane design with attention to current density, loop area, and decoupling strategy.
Apply mixed‑signal layout techniques with proper analog, digital, and RF isolation and partitioning.
Create and maintain footprint libraries and serve as Altium librarian for the program.
Manage design‑rule and constraint creation including clearances, lengths, impedance targets, vias, and creepage/clearance requirements.
Produce layout documentation including fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, layer stack tables, and manufacturing notes.
Address RF parasitic effects through ground fencing, stitching vias, partitioning, and shielding techniques.
Coordinate with fabrication and assembly vendors for DFM reviews and manufacturing handoff.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of PCB layout experience for complex multi‑layer boards (12+ layers).
Proficiency with Altium Designer (strongly preferred) or equivalent PCB CAD tools (Allegro, Zuken).
Demonstrated experience with impedance‑controlled routing and high‑speed signal layout.
Strong understanding of stack‑up design for digital, power, and mixed‑signal applications.
Experience creating fabrication packages (Gerbers, ODB++, drill files, assembly drawings).
Knowledge of IPC standards and design‑for‑manufacture best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with aerospace or space‑grade PCB layouts and qualification requirements.
Background in RF/microwave PCB layout including matching networks and transmission‑line structures.
Familiarity with signal integrity and power integrity simulation tools (HyperLynx, Sigrity).
Experience with Zuken CR‑8000 or other enterprise PCB CAD tools.
Knowledge of high‑speed signal attenuation, dispersion, and copper‑loss mechanisms.
Experience with flex and rigid‑flex PCB design.
Tools & Technologies
Altium Designer (primary layout tool)
Zuken CR‑8000
HyperLynx (SI/PI review support)
ODB++ and CAM output tools
$150,000 - $250,000 a year
This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Saratoga office. The total compensation packaged will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.
E‑Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.
Why E‑Space is right for you As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high‑growth industry.
We want you to make the most of your journey at E‑Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well‑being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E‑Space:
Benefits
An opportunity to really make a difference
Sustainability at our core
Fair and honest workplace
Innovative thinking is encouraged
Competitive salaries
Continuous learning and development
Health and wellness care options
Financial solutions for the future
Optional legal services (US only)
Paid holidays
Paid time off
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E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper‑scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly‑advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.
We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space‑based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.
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 design engineers, signal integrity analysts, and manufacturing teams to produce high‑quality, flight‑ready PCB layouts meeting stringent space‑grade requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Develop PCB stack‑ups for complex mixed‑signal, power, and RF designs with appropriate impedance control.
Perform component placement optimized for signal integrity, thermal management, and manufacturability.
Route high‑speed digital interfaces (SERDES, DDR, LVDS) with impedance‑controlled transmission lines.
Implement power distribution plane design with attention to current density, loop area, and decoupling strategy.
Apply mixed‑signal layout techniques with proper analog, digital, and RF isolation and partitioning.
Create and maintain footprint libraries and serve as Altium librarian for the program.
Manage design‑rule and constraint creation including clearances, lengths, impedance targets, vias, and creepage/clearance requirements.
Produce layout documentation including fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, layer stack tables, and manufacturing notes.
Address RF parasitic effects through ground fencing, stitching vias, partitioning, and shielding techniques.
Coordinate with fabrication and assembly vendors for DFM reviews and manufacturing handoff.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of PCB layout experience for complex multi‑layer boards (12+ layers).
Proficiency with Altium Designer (strongly preferred) or equivalent PCB CAD tools (Allegro, Zuken).
Demonstrated experience with impedance‑controlled routing and high‑speed signal layout.
Strong understanding of stack‑up design for digital, power, and mixed‑signal applications.
Experience creating fabrication packages (Gerbers, ODB++, drill files, assembly drawings).
Knowledge of IPC standards and design‑for‑manufacture best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with aerospace or space‑grade PCB layouts and qualification requirements.
Background in RF/microwave PCB layout including matching networks and transmission‑line structures.
Familiarity with signal integrity and power integrity simulation tools (HyperLynx, Sigrity).
Experience with Zuken CR‑8000 or other enterprise PCB CAD tools.
Knowledge of high‑speed signal attenuation, dispersion, and copper‑loss mechanisms.
Experience with flex and rigid‑flex PCB design.
Tools & Technologies
Altium Designer (primary layout tool)
Zuken CR‑8000
HyperLynx (SI/PI review support)
ODB++ and CAM output tools
$150,000 - $250,000 a year
This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Saratoga office. The total compensation packaged will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.
E‑Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.
Why E‑Space is right for you As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high‑growth industry.
We want you to make the most of your journey at E‑Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well‑being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E‑Space:
Benefits
An opportunity to really make a difference
Sustainability at our core
Fair and honest workplace
Innovative thinking is encouraged
Competitive salaries
Continuous learning and development
Health and wellness care options
Financial solutions for the future
Optional legal services (US only)
Paid holidays
Paid time off
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