Spacecraft Electrical Engineer

About Nova Solvers

Nova Solvers is an advanced engineering company developing spacecraft, avionics, sensing systems, autonomous technologies, and mission-critical solutions for commercial, civil, defense, and national security customers. Our team specializes in transforming complex challenges into innovative, high-performance systems that operate in the most demanding environments. We are passionate about building technologies that enable the next generation of space missions and defense capabilities.

The Role

Nova Solvers is seeking a Spacecraft Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and qualification of spacecraft electrical power systems, avionics, and supporting ground hardware. This role will contribute to the architecture, implementation, and testing of flight and ground electrical systems spanning power generation, energy storage, power conversion, distribution, protection, and control.

The ideal candidate combines strong electrical engineering fundamentals with hands-on hardware development experience and a passion for building reliable systems that operate in demanding space environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to spacecraft Electrical Power Subsystem (EPS) architecture, including regulation, distribution, protection, and control.
• Develop and maintain spacecraft power budgets, load analyses, and mission energy models.
• Support definition of electrical requirements, interfaces, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Ensure designs comply with safety, EMI/EMC, derating, and space qualification requirements.
• Design and release power electronics including DC/DC converters, power distribution hardware, battery management systems, and supporting circuitry.
• Design spacecraft and ground electrical hardware using Altium Designer.
• Support development of ground electrical systems including power simulators, test racks, load banks, and support equipment.
• Design and document high-reliability harnesses with emphasis on manufacturability and integration.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT) principles.
• Collaborate with PCB fabrication houses, contract manufacturers, and suppliers to support production and resolve technical issues.
• Perform hardware bring-up, validation, troubleshooting, and debugging using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, electronic loads, and power supplies.
• Support spacecraft integration, anomaly resolution, root-cause investigations, and corrective actions.
• Support environmental qualification activities including vibration, thermal vacuum, and EMI/EMC testing.
• Work closely with firmware, software, mechanical, systems, and manufacturing teams to validate integrated hardware solutions.
• Generate and maintain schematics, block diagrams, test procedures, verification reports, and engineering documentation.
• Support configuration management, quality processes, and electrical design standards.

What We Look For

We are looking for engineers who take ownership, embrace challenging technical problems, and thrive in fast-paced development environments. Successful candidates are hands-on builders who combine analytical thinking with practical execution and enjoy working across multiple engineering disciplines to deliver mission-critical hardware.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–10+ years of experience designing, building, and testing spacecraft, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability electrical systems.
• Experience developing electrical power systems, power electronics, or spacecraft avionics.
• Hands-on experience designing and releasing:
  • Battery systems
  • DC/DC converters
  • Power distribution hardware
  • Ground electrical support equipment
• Strong proficiency with Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB development.
• Solid understanding of:
  • Power electronics
  • Power distribution architectures
  • Battery management systems
  • Electrical integration and test
• Experience selecting and qualifying electronic components for harsh or mission-critical environments.
• Strong hands-on laboratory troubleshooting and validation experience.
• Experience working with suppliers, fabrication houses, and PCB assembly vendors.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and system integration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing spacecraft Electrical Power Subsystems (EPS).
• Familiarity with radiation-tolerant and radiation-hardened electronics.
• Experience supporting vibration, thermal vacuum, EMI/EMC, and qualification testing.
• Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, LTspice, or similar modeling tools.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD, NASA, ECSS, IPC, or aerospace design standards.
• Experience developing automated test equipment or ground electrical test systems.
• Experience supporting subsystem schedules, technical planning, and risk management.
• Prior experience supporting NASA, DoD, intelligence community, or commercial spacecraft programs.
• Active U.S. Security Clearance.

What We Offer

At Nova Solvers, you'll work alongside experienced engineers developing advanced technologies that support some of the most challenging missions in space and defense. We provide an environment where individuals can take ownership, contribute directly to mission success, and help build technologies that matter.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary: $150,000 – $250,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.
• Performance-Based Incentive opportunities.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
• Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Paid company holidays.
• Work alongside industry-leading engineers developing advanced space and defense technologies.

Work Environment

This position is primarily onsite and involves electrical design, laboratory testing, spacecraft integration, manufacturing support, and environmental qualification activities. Candidates should be comfortable working in engineering laboratories, production environments, and spacecraft integration facilities.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to help architect and build next-generation spacecraft electrical systems that power advanced sensing, autonomous operations, and mission-critical space technologies. Your work will directly influence the performance, reliability, and success of future space missions.

Our Vision and Values

We believe that innovation happens when talented people are empowered to solve difficult problems. Our culture is built on technical excellence, integrity, ownership, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering solutions that matter.

We Care Deeply About

• Mission Success
• Technical Excellence
• Innovation and Continuous Learning
• Integrity and Accountability
• Teamwork and Respect
• Delivering Real-World Impact

Location

Torrance, California

This position is primarily onsite to support hardware development, integration, manufacturing, and test activities.

Security & Export Control

To comply with U.S. Government export control regulations, applicants must be (i) a U.S. citizen or national, (ii) a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), (iii) a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, (iv) an asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nova Solvers is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and inclusion. We value diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, and believe they strengthen our ability to innovate and solve complex challenges. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

How to Apply

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