Technical Project Engineer

West Coast Solutions develops advanced electronic systems for aerospace, power, and cryogenic applications. As a growing team of experienced aerospace professionals, we combine technical excellence with the agility and ownership opportunities that come from working in a small, high-impact organization.

We are seeking a Space Electronics Project Engineer to coordinate the design, development, testing, and delivery of flight-ready electronic systems for spacecraft, satellites, and deep-space missions. Working closely with electrical, systems, firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers, you will drive cross-functional communication and keep complex electronic hardware programs on schedule, on budget, and aligned with technical requirements. This role is ideal for a hardware-savvy project leader who enjoys owning programs from concept through delivery and serving as a key interface with customers and suppliers.

• Lead cross-functional communication and coordination for the design and production of complex electronic modules
• Coordinate technical requirements, schedules, and budgets, identify risks, and maintain design and development alignment
• Develop detailed task breakdowns, durations, dependencies, and resource needs for engineering work packages
• Plan and manage environmental, functional, and electrical testing to ensure space-qualification standards are met
• Oversee investigations of electrical anomalies, perform root-cause analysis, and write discrepancy and test reports
• Communicate directly with NASA, commercial customers, and third-party component vendors and fabricators
• Maintain program documentation, including risk registers, schedules, and configuration-controlled baselines
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions throughout the product development lifecycle

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM discipline
• 5+ years of project or program management experience in a hardware development environment
• Experience with EVMS, risk management, and configuration control
• Familiarity with space-grade EEE parts, radiation-tolerant design, and agency standards such as NASA or MIL-spec compliance
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass security or background investigations for defense or federal space contracts

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline
• Experience with spacecraft, satellite, or deep-space mission hardware
  
  Familiarity with electronic systems design, circuit debugging, and laboratory test equipment
• Experience with the design of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs)
• Experience with embedded FPGAs, microprocessors, or communication and sensor interfaces
• Experience supporting products through prototype, qualification, and production phases
• Experience interfacing directly with customers, vendors, and fabricators

Salary Range: $110,000 - $128,000 depending on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capability.

• Performance Bonus: Eligible employees participate in an annual bonus program based on individual contribution and company performance.
• Healthcare Coverage: Receive a monthly healthcare stipend and choice of multiple company healthcare plans. HSA-compatible plans are available.
• Retirement Planning: Simple IRA with 3% company matching and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time Off: up to 10 days PTO based on role and experience level, 10 paid holidays, and sick leave.
• Equity Opportunity: After 12 months of employment, select employees may be considered for participation in the company's incentive stock option program based on performance and contribution.
• Professional Growth: Work alongside experienced aerospace professionals on challenging technical programs with opportunities for career advancement.
• Relocation Assistance: May be available for exceptional candidates on a case-by-case basis.

West Coast Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Due to the sensitive nature of our work and export control requirements, applicants must be US citizens.