HW Electronic Engineer
- Level
- Mid
Not stated in the posting: salary, work type, visa.
Open. First seen 3 October 2026.
About the role
AST SpaceMobile's standard text
AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.
Position Overview
We are seeking an Electronic Hardware Engineer to design, develop, validate and document onboard electronic systems for satellites, ensuring their reliability, performance and compliance with aerospace industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design schematics and PCBs for satellite electronic systems (power subsystems, communications, control, etc.)
- Perform simulations, signal analysis, electrical and thermal integrity
- Participate in component selection in accordance with space standards (ECSS, MIL-STD, etc.)
- Collaborate in HW-SW system integration with other departments (software, systems, integration and testing)
- Prepare technical documentation in compliance with aerospace standards
- Support environmental test campaigns (EMC, vibration, thermal-vacuum, etc.)
- Collaborate with suppliers for the manufacturing and assembly of electronic boards
- Participate in design reviews (PDR, CDR) with clients or agencies (ESA, NASA, etc.)
Qualifications
Education:
University degree in Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or similar
Experience:
A minimum of 8 years in electronic hardware design, preferably in high-reliability environments (aerospace, defense, automotive)
Experience in multilayer PCB design, high-speed design, and environments with thermal or electromagnetic constraints
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of ECSS, DO-254, IPC
Soft Skills:
- Analytical and complex problem-solving skills
- Teamwork in multidisciplinary environments
- Proactivity, autonomy and results orientation
- Communication and technical writing skills
Technology Stack:
- Electronic design tools (Altium Designer, Cadence, Mentor, etc.)
- Communication protocols (CAN, RS485, SPI, I2C, SpaceWire, etc.)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods
AST SpaceMobile's standard text
This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.
AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
What this role asks for
Particular to this role
Altium · PCB Design
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The team: Electrical Engineering HIRES STEADILY
This role is one of 14 open in Electrical Engineering. 2 were posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in February: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.
WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS
PCB Design (6 of 14), Test Automation (4 of 14), Altium (3 of 14), Python (3 of 14), AutoCAD (2 of 14), CATIA (2 of 14), Embedded Systems (2 of 14)
OTHER ROLES ON THIS TEAM
- Power System Engineer posted Sep 28
- Associate RF System Integration Engineer posted Sep 25
- Associate Electrical Engineer posted Sep 16
- Associate Test Engineer (Electrical) posted Sep 16
- Associate Electrical Engineer posted Sep 15
- HW Testing Engineer posted Sep 10
- Production Applications Engineer (TULIP) posted Sep 10
- High Speed Systems Engineer Lead posted Jul 3
- High Speed Systems Engineer posted Jul 3
- Radiation Engineer posted Jul 3
- Battery Production & Test Supervisor posted Apr 20
- Product Manager – Spacecraft Systems (LEO Satellites) posted Apr 14
- RF System Integration Engineer posted Feb 27
From the team and dates on AST SpaceMobile's own job board.
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