Job Title: PCB Layout Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a PCB Layout Designer to support a satellite constellation program. As a Sr. PCB Design Engineer, you will be involved in defining and implementing multiple spacecraft subsystems, contributing to all phases of system design and production. This role requires a strong combination of PCB design, assembly, testing, and fabrication knowledge, as well as the ability to work interdependently across teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the definition and implementation of spacecraft subsystems.
• Contribute to all phases of system design and production.
• Utilize PCB design, assembly, testing, and fabrication knowledge.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Manage multiple projects in parallel and oversee 3rd party layout services.
• Test and debug boards using standard electronics lab equipment.

Essential Skills

• 7 years of PCB layout design using industry standard PCB design suites.
• Recent experience with Mentor Xpedition.
• 5 years of experience with high-speed circuits.
• Experience with high current density designs.
• Experience managing multiple projects in parallel.
• Experience managing 3rd party layout services.
• Experience testing and debugging boards using standard electronics lab equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 10 years of experience in PCB layout design using industry standard PCB design suites.
• Experience in developing and designing for manufacturing of PCBs deployed in space environments.
• Knowledge of PCB failure modes and reliability in extreme environments.
• Experience as a technical lead for small teams of PCB design engineers.
• Experience developing IPC class 2 and 3 boards.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional technical teams.
• Ability to participate in schematic and design reviews.
• Proficiency in Hyperlinx for high-speed electronic design analysis.
• Experience with Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM).

Work Environment

This role offers the flexibility to work remotely. Ideal candidates may be required to work in Seattle, Troy, Michigan, or the Ft. Worth/Dallas area in the future. The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, providing an opportunity to impact global connectivity by contributing directly to satellite constellations.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $60 - $75