Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer Verified today
About the Role
As a Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer within the Interplanetary Program at Relativity Space, you will take ownership of the design, development, and delivery of spacecraft avionics systems from concept through flight. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create reliable, high-performance avionics that enable deep-space exploration.
This position requires a highly motivated engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can execute with autonomy. You will help define the foundation of Relativity's future interplanetary avionics architecture while setting the technical standards for future team growth.
What You Will Do
- Develop complete avionics systems, including architecture, design, integration, and verification, from initial concept through flight-qualified hardware
- Collaborate with propulsion, guidance and control, thermal and software teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of avionics systems
- Implement robust design and test processes that ensure reliability and safety for deep-space missions
- Lead the technical execution of avionics hardware builds, including PCB design, harnessing, embedded systems, and environmental qualification
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to manage component selection, testing, and delivery schedules
- Maintain accurate design documentation, test plans, and reports, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills
What You Bring
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
- 5+ years of experience designing, developing, and delivering avionics or electronics for aerospace systems or similarly complex environments
- Demonstrated ability to take a design from concept through production with minimal supervision
- Hands-on experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, embedded software interfaces, and system-level testing
- Proven track record of working cross-functionally and communicating technical information clearly to diverse audiences
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills
Nice to Have
- Direct technical experience in Mars missions
- Experience with NASA aerospace systems engineering practices in an applied or new-space manner
- Experience with deep-space or high-radiation avionics systems
- Background in spaceflight hardware environmental testing and qualification
Compensation
Hiring range: $148,000 to $222,000 USD. Compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and job-related factors. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, generous PTO and sick leave, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend.