Overview Space Information Labs is looking for a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, integration, and testing of aerospace avionics systems, including guidance, navigation and control (GNC), power distribution, data handling, and onboard communication subsystems. This role requires a systems-thinking mindset, hands-on hardware and software experience, and a passion for building reliable aerospace hardware. Responsibilities Avionics System Design & Development • Architect avionics subsystems including flight computers, data buses, sensors, and actuator interfaces. • Develop avionics hardware specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), and requirements. • Support FPGA, microcontroller, and embedded system integration with spacecraft hardware. Systems Engineering & Integration • Ensure avionics designs integrate seamlessly with aerospace platforms and their associated subsystems. • Support requirements management, allocation, and verification for avionics subsystems. • Conduct FMECA, fault protection analysis, and reliability assessments for critical avionics functions. Test & Verification • Develop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testbeds for system verification. • Support board bring-up, environmental testing (thermal/vacuum, vibration, EMI/EMC), and qualification campaigns. • Contribute to validation of avionics subsystems during assembly, integration, and test (AIT) and pre-launch readiness. Collaboration & Technical Leadership • Participate in design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and provide detailed technical documentation. • Collaborate with software, RF, propulsion, and mission operations teams to ensure end-to-end system compatibility. • Provide mentorship to junior engineers and share domain knowledge across the engineering team. Experience • A minimum of 5 years of experience in avionics design for aerospace or space systems Qualifications Education • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred). Required Skills: • Strong knowledge of embedded systems, digital/analog electronics, and spacecraft data buses (e.g., RS-422, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, CAN). • Experience with spacecraft GNC avionics, including IMUs, star trackers, and actuators. • Hands-on experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, and hardware debugging. • Proficiency with avionics simulation and modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ModelSim, SPICE). • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Desired Skills: • Background in fault-tolerant avionics architectures and autonomous fault management. • Familiarity with FPGA/SoC-based avionics design and VHDL/Verilog development. • Familiarity with space environment design constraints (radiation hardening, redundancy, power/thermal limits). • Knowledge of flight software development processes, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and C/C++. • Experience with DO-254, NASA, or ECSS avionics development standards. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Application Question(s): • Are you eligible for a security clearance in the U.S.? This is a hard requirement. Location: • Santa Maria, CA 93455 (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Santa Maria, CA 93455 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Santa Maria, CA 93455: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Benefits: • Company car • Dental insurance • Health insurance WHO WE ARE: We are an end-to-end Renewable Energy provider, offering products to commercial and enterprise clients in EV Charging solutions, Fleet Electrification, Solar Micro-grids, Energy storage, Hydroponic farming and Rain Water/Grey Water collection systems. We have been experiencing tremendous growth in all these areas and operate under several government rebate programs that ensure a steady and reliable flow of revenues. Our company handles the entire flow of providing these products and services beginning with Sales, Provisioning, Design and Engineering, Contracting and Construction, Servicing and Maintenance. We are a licensed C-10 contractor and operate construction crews in various areas of CA and soon the rest of the U.S. Overview of Position • Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications to determine layout of electrical equipment installations; • Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, boxes, conduits, feeders, Panels, Commercial Switchgear up to 3000A, Transformers Disconnects and other commercial 208/480V electrical components; • Test electrical equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance; • Maintain, repair, install and test switch-gear, transformers, switchboard meters; • Communicating with clients in a professional, courteous manner at all times. • Collaborating with construction workers, plumbers, and other crew members. • Trenching for electrical underground • Test electrical systems using tools that include voltmeters, oscilloscopes and ohmmeters to determine where issues may be occurring, the safety of the system and to ensure compatibility • Repair electrical issues by replacing or installing components, wiring or devices • Determine the steps necessary to assess an electrical situation using testing devices, blueprints and maps • Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all company guidelines and OSHA safety requirements and also through reporting violations of policies, procedures and guidelines to immediate supervisor • Use ladders, scaffolding, platform and lifts to work on electrical systems in commercial properties. • Trench and install underground PVC and overhead EMT Secondary Functions • Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others, is proactive in resolving issues. • Written Communication - Write clearly and informatively; conscious of audience and varies writing style accordingly, able to read and interpret written requirements. • Contributes to building a positive team spirit • Time Management: Prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently • Professionalism – At all times Zero Impact Builders is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
See More Details >>GECE, Corp is looking to expand our team and hire a full-time (minimum 40 hours per week) Electrical Engineer / Electrical Designer. Applicant shall be capable of design and development of electrical plans in the area of power distribution, lighting, engineering calculations, and single line diagram riser diagrams. Requires basic knowledge of electrical equipment and local building codes and industry standards. Applicants shall have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related area and 2 to 4 years of related experience. Company will consider equivalent work experience in lieu of bachelor’s degree. Remote Positions Available. Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $30.00 - $55.00 per hour Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Vision insurance Ability to Commute: • Santa Maria, CA 93455 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: • Santa Maria, CA 93455: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Willingness to travel: • 25% (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Santa Maria, CA 93455
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Santa Maria, CA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 762,600 electricians nationwide, with an average wage of $1,391.50 per week. In Santa Maria, apprentices earn an average of $1,391.50 per week, with an annual overtime average of $48,216. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
