AstroForge

About the Company At AstroForge, our mission is to make space resources accessible on Earth. We mine asteroids to extract valuable minerals in space at a lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than current terrestrial mining methods. We offer a unique opportunity to join an exciting team looking to expand humanity’s capabilities in space.  Job Description:  As an Electrical Engineer at AstroForge, you'll drive innovation by designing cutting-edge avionics systems and PCBs for our spacecraft. Your role will involve avionics, system, and PCB design, component selection, testing, and collaboration. You'll need expertise in power subsystems, high-speed board design, and aerospace practices, including designing for space.  Responsibilities: Design and develop avionic subsystems, including board design, system design, and avionics subsystem design. Create schematic layouts and select components for spacecraft electronic systems. Design and layout printed circuit boards (PCBs) for optimal performance and functionality. Conduct testing and analysis of electronic systems to ensure reliability and functionality. Apply thermal and mechanical knowledge to optimize system performance in space environments. Design power subsystems, including power conversion, DC/DC, and battery systems. Execute high-speed board design techniques and demonstrate proficiency in PCB layout. Handle complex PCB designs with a large number of components. Understand avionic subsystem connectivity and protocols such as RS422, I2C, Ethernet, and CAN. Adhere to industry-standard protocols and practices for aerospace design. Implement design methodologies tailored for space applications. ‍ Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in avionics design or a similar role. Proficiency in schematic layout and PCB design tools. Strong understanding of avionic subsystems and their connectivity. Experience with industry-standard protocols and communication interfaces. Knowledge of power subsystem design principles, including power conversion and battery systems. Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective coordination and documentation. Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy in all tasks. Familiarity with aerospace design practices and considerations for space environments. Benefits 100% paid medical, dental, and life insurance coverage Vision and FSA benefits available 3 weeks of PTO + 1 week of sick time 10 paid Holidays Retirement savings plan – 401(k), with company match Equity on the ground floor of a startup Salary 100k - 140k ‍ **ITAR Requirements** To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S.,protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

About the Company At AstroForge, our mission is to make space resources accessible on Earth. We mine asteroids to extract valuable minerals in space at a lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than current terrestrial mining methods. We offer a unique opportunity to join an exciting team looking to expand humanity’s capabilities in space.  Job Description:  AstroForge is thrilled to offer an exceptional opportunity for a skilled Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our innovative team. The chosen candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining the embedded software that flies our deep-space missions, allowing us to quickly iterate while ensuring reliability and safety. ‍ Responsibilities: Develop and maintain embedded software for spacecraft systems, ensuring reliability, safety, and performance. Write hardware drivers that interface with spacecraft sensors and actuators such as IMUs, reaction wheels, and star trackers Collaborate with the avionics team to integrate software with embedded systems and peripherals. Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and documentation. Troubleshoot and debug software issues, both independently and as part of a team. Adhere to industry standards and best practices for embedded software development. ‍ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Experience in embedded software development, preferably in aerospace or a related field. Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, or assembly language. Familiarity with ARM processors, Cortex M architecture, and microcontroller programming. Knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, I2C, and RS422. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Ability to work onsite in Seal Beach, CA ‍ Benefits: Full healthcare benefits  Life insurance coverage Retirement savings plan – 401(k), with company match Stock options in AstroForge ‍ **ITAR Requirements ** To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S.,protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.