Overview In this role you will design and optimize RF/microwave, power, and high-speed PCBs for Planet's satellite programs. You'll collaborate with electrical design engineers and suppliers to ensure manufacturability and reliable performance, from Altium-based design to on-ground integration and production. You will contribute to high-density, space-grade boards and work with vendors to deliver high-quality assemblies. This role blends hardware design with aerospace manufacturing and data-driven mission impact.
Compensation / Benefits- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- Health Savings Account with company contribution
- Paid Time Off and holidays
- 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Wellness Program and EAP
- Tuition Reimbursement and LinkedIn Learning access
Responsibilities- Design RF/Microwave, power, microprocessor, high-speed interface, and mixed-signal PCBs for satellite applications
- Collaborate with electrical design engineers and supply chain to manage PCB design in Altium and integrate with configuration control, inventory, and manufacturing systems
- Coordinate with vendors to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality, high-reliability PCB Assemblies that meet IPC standards
- Generate fabrication and assembly packages, including drawings, and manage design/drawing templates
- Create parts entries, footprints, and schematic symbols for the Altium database and manage the library
- Partner with electrical design engineers to manage subcontractors performing PCB layouts and review their outputs
- Select PCB materials and fabrication processes
Key requirements- 5+ years experience in PCB layout design
- Experience with Altium Designer
- Experience implementing and enforcing IPC standards for PCB design, fabrication, and assembly
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Vendor management
- Quality mindset
- Altium Designer
- IPC standards (PCB design, fabrication, assembly)
- RF/Microwave PCB design
