Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history.
Key Responsibilities
As a member of the Electrical Engineering team, you will work in a group of dedicated engineers responsible for the design of Planet’s satellites. You will architect and design the power subsystems on our modular satellite bus, and bring-up, validate, and qualify your designs for the space environment.
This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to be in our San Francisco office 3 days per week.
Requirements
4+ years of experience designing and testing PCBAs, with a focus on power electronics
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar
Familiarity with analog design, digital design, mixed-signal design (ADCs/DACs)
Experience in embedded systems design
Knowledge of PCB layout techniques for power and ground routing and EMI mitigation
Experience using common EE lab tools (oscilloscopes, network analyzers, signal generators, etc)
Experience with simulation tools for power electronics
Familiarity with schematic capture tools like Altium Designer
Basic scripting experience in Python or other languages for automating lab equipment
Exposure to high voltage power component selection and design principles
Basic understanding of mechanical/thermal and packaging constraints in electrical design
This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
Benefits & Perks
These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
Volunteering Paid Time Off
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