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Apex Spacecraft · Los Angeles, CA · Electronics · first seen 2026-07-16
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About the Role

Apex is seeking a detail-oriented PCB Designer who will also serve as the Altium Librarian, responsible for high-quality PCB layout and the integrity of the electronic component library. This role is critical to ensuring design consistency, manufacturability, and configuration control across all avionics hardware programs.

Responsibilities

  • Perform schematic capture support and PCB layout for complex, high-reliability electronics (multilayer, high-speed, mixed-signal, and power designs)
  • Execute constraint-driven layout including impedance control, differential routing (e.g., Ethernet), and power integrity considerations
  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and thermal engineers to ensure design integration
  • Generate and review fabrication and assembly drawings, stackups, and design notes
  • Support DFM/DFA reviews with fabrication and assembly vendors
  • Iterate designs based on prototype feedback, test results, and manufacturing input
  • Own and maintain the Altium component library as the single source of truth for all PCB designs
  • Create and manage symbols, footprints, and 3D models with strict adherence to internal standards
  • Ensure all components are linked to approved part numbers in PLM (e.g., Teamcenter)
  • Define and enforce library standards including naming conventions, parameter sets, lifecycle states, and revision control
  • Perform library QA to ensure accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with standards (IPC, NASA, internal)
  • Support engineers in proper part selection and usage of library components
  • Support release processes from Altium Designer to PLM systems
  • Ensure all design data packages are complete, consistent, and manufacturable at release
  • Maintain traceability between schematic, layout, BOM, and PLM records
  • Participate in ECO/NCR processes and implement design updates accordingly
  • Contribute to fabrication/assembly notes, marking standards, and coating/staking documentation
  • Drive consistency across projects by enforcing repeatable design practices

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience
  • 5+ years of experience in PCB design and layout
  • Strong proficiency with Altium Designer
  • Demonstrated experience managing or contributing to a component library
  • Solid understanding of multilayer PCB stackups and materials
  • High-speed design principles (signal integrity, controlled impedance)
  • Power distribution and grounding strategies
  • Experience working with fabrication and assembly vendors

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in aerospace, space, or other high-reliability industries
  • Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-7351, IPC-A-610 Class 3)
  • Experience with PLM systems such as Teamcenter
  • Knowledge of configuration management and release workflows
  • Experience with rigid-flex and HDI designs, via-in-pad, blind/buried vias
  • Design for environmental requirements (vibration, thermal, radiation considerations)

Employment Terms

This is a full-time position based in Los Angeles. Full-time employees receive equity in Apex, comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision, $100k life insurance at no cost), starting PTO of 15 days annually growing to 20+ days plus 10 paid holidays, 401(k) plan with 100% match on first 3% and 50% match on next 2%, 8 weeks paid parental leave, daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks, and access to collaborative office space in Playa Vista.

ITAR Requirements

To be eligible for this role, applicants must either (1) qualify as a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee), or (2) be able to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Commerce, or another applicable U.S. government agency. Apex's work is governed by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).