Hardware Electrical Engineer

What Makes Us Rad

At The Radiation Team our mission is to lower the barrier to space for the betterment of humanity by making specialized radiation expertise accessible to more teams and more missions. Every space mission has to account for radiation. At The Radiation Team, solving that challenge is our specialty. We bring together radiation analysis, testing, mission assurance, and hardware design to help customers turn complex risks into practical decisions for their systems. Our work spans component-level analysis through spacecraft-level assessment, supporting teams as they design, test, and prepare technologies for demanding space environments.

We support commercial, government, and academic customers, connecting us to a wide range of goals and technologies. As a growing, focused team, we offer the opportunity to build proficiency, collaborate across disciplines, and help shape how we support the next generation of space systems.

If you’re excited by the work it takes to make space more accessible and want to contribute alongside a focused, collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you! Explore this opportunity and see how you could make an impact with the Rad Team.

Position Overview

The Hardware Electrical Engineer develops and validates electronic hardware to meet mission requirements in high-radiation environments. This role designs circuits and boards, supports prototyping and testing, and works directly with radiation engineers to ensure hardware reliability under extreme conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and validate electronic circuits and hardware systems.
• Support board-level layout, schematic capture, and component selection.
• Collaborate with radiation engineers and test teams to align designs with mission environment requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues during prototyping and testing phases.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical input on system-level architectures.
• Contribute to documentation, workflow improvements, and knowledge sharing across engineering teams.
• Support radiation testing efforts including building test coupons and test hardware

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 4 years of experience in electronic product design
• Strong foundation in analog and digital circuit design.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium KiCad, OrCAD)
• Ability to diagnose and resolve hardware issues at the component and system level.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with an ability to work collaboratively.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity software defined radios and RF systems.
• Experience designing hardware for aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability applications.
• Knowledge of radiation effects on electronics and mitigation techniques.
• Familiarity with mixed-signal circuit design and embedded systems.
• Experience with reliability testing and qualification processes.

Additional Requirements

• This is an on-site role for the greater Boulder metropolitan area.
• May be required to travel occasionally to support test activities.

Benefits

Eligible employees are offered:

• Unlimited PTO
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Company Bonus Program
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, and life insurance
• 401(k), with company match of up to 5%
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and education opportunities
• Company-provided meals
• Office kitchen stocked with snacks and drinks

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $80,000 – $110,000. Final compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at work@radiationteam.com.

Export Control Regulations

This position requires access to export-controlled information and technology. Candidates must be eligible to access such information in accordance with applicable U.S. export control laws and regulations, including ITAR and EAR. Eligibility may include qualification as a U.S. person under applicable export control regulations or other authorization permitting access to the information and technology required for this position.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee. Are you a U.S. person under this definition, or do you otherwise hold authorization to access export-controlled information?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Boulder, CO 80303 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $110,000