Senior PCB Systems Engineer (Electronics)

TL;DR

Senior PCB Systems Engineer (Electronics): Leading the architectural definition, schematic design, and hardware integration of next-generation electronic systems with an accent on high-speed digital interfaces and power distribution networks. Focus on translating complex system requirements into robust, manufacturable circuit designs and performing rigorous hardware validation.

Location: San Diego, California, United States (Relocation assistance available)

Salary: $120,000 - $170,000 (Base)

Company

Redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™).

What you will do

• Lead electrical design for complex PCBs, including high-speed digital interfaces and power distribution networks (PDNs).
• Own the schematic generation process using EDA tools like KiCAD, Altium Designer, or Cadence.
• Architect the Bill of Materials (BOM) considering performance, cost, and supply chain viability.
• Conduct SPICE simulations, power integrity modeling, and signal integrity analyses.
• Collaborate with Layout Engineers on placement constraints, routing budgets, and stack-up requirements.
• Perform hands-on lab testing, debugging, and prototype bring-up.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in hardware development and board-level circuit design.
• Expert-level proficiency in EDA tools (KiCAD, Altium, Cadence, or Siemens Xpedition).
• Deep knowledge of digital protocols (SPI, I2C, Ethernet/SGMII, PCI-E) and power electronics.
• Experience with mixed-signal environments and DFx (DFM, DFA, DFT) methodologies.
• Must be based in or able to relocate to San Diego, CA

Nice to have

• Experience with FPGA hardware integration and BGA fan-out strategies.
• Scripting capabilities in Python or MATLAB for design automation.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k with 50% company match up to 6% of pay.
• FSA, HSA, and life insurance.
• Generous pre-IPO stock option grants.
• Relocation assistance.