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CesiumAstro is seeking a Staff Component Engineer to join its product development team. In this role, you will lead critical electronics engineering efforts for satellite, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, including parts and component selection, qualification, failure root-cause analysis, standardization, vendor evaluations, and performance verification. You will be a key technical leader responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of electrical, electronic, and electromechanical (EEE) components across the company's space and airborne platforms.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in EEE components engineering specifically for commercial space applications. You will work in a dynamic, cross-functional startup environment where hands-on technical work is valued alongside strategic leadership. Your responsibilities will span component lifecycle management, vendor partnerships, and technical standards development. This is a high-impact role with significant influence over product quality and mission success.
CesiumAstro develops innovative out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. The company values collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking team members who thrive in autonomous, interactive work environments. You will have ample growth opportunities, with potential to expand into broader technical leadership or functional management roles as the company scales.
Note: This role requires U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status due to space technology export regulations (ITAR compliance).
