Hardware Engineer III

• Complex Hardware Development: You thrive on designing and validating advanced, high-speed electronic systems for mission-critical applications.
• System-Level Thinking: You see the full picture—balancing performance, manufacturability, and integration across multiple subsystems.
• PCB Design Expertise: You guide layout teams with precision on stack-up design, routing, and signal integrity strategies.
• Technical Leadership: You’re confident leading reviews, mentoring peers, and making design decisions that influence spacecraft success.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).
• 5 or more years of experience designing and developing complex embedded and board-level electronic hardware.
• Strong background in high-speed digital and analog circuit design, including FPGAs, microprocessor-based systems, and memory architectures.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools such as Altium, OrCAD, or HyperLynx.
• Proficiency in signal and power integrity analysis, impedance control, and EMI/EMC compliance.
• Familiarity with radiation testing, space-grade component selection, and thermal management.
• Hands-on experience developing test automation scripts (Python, PowerShell) or reference designs (Linux, VHDL).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The starting base salary for this position ranges from $115,582 to $173,372 per year , depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance.

Additional benefits include:

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.

• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU, WITH US: At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs.

We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team.

If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW: Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES: Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources.

Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.

To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants. #LI-Onsite