Electrical Engineer - Advanced Development

Electrical Engineer – Advanced Development

Long Beach, CA

Voyager Technologies is an innovative defense, national security, and space technology company committed to advancing mission‑critical solutions. We tackle complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets.

The Electrical Engineer – Advanced Development, part of the Technology and Advanced Development department, is responsible for the design, integration, and qualification of complex electronic hardware systems supporting cutting‑edge technology development. The role emphasizes high‑reliability design and technical leadership for in‑space computing systems. The engineer provides technical direction and works closely with other engineering functions to ensure electrical system architectures meet performance, safety, and mission‑assurance standards.

This position reports to the Vice President of Technology Development and is based in Long Beach, CA. The role may be onsite or hybrid.

• Derive and document circuit board requirements from system/top‑level requirements.
• Create schematic drawings for complex high‑speed Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs).
• Develop functional and design specifications.
• Layout and/or guide the layout of printed complex Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).
• Assist with manufacturing of complex PCBAs when and where needed.
• Collaborate on signal integrity, mechanical, and power aspects during board design and testing.
• Develop printed circuit board assembly test plans and procedures to assure that performance meets specifications.
• Validate the design; troubleshoot and test complex circuit boards.
• Provide system integration and test troubleshooting support.
• Meet aggressive/accelerated schedule deadlines.
• Support internal and external design and development gate reviews with related documentation.
• Participate in proposals and trade studies, including evaluating contractor and subcontractor proposals for technical feasibility.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 7+ years of experience designing high‑speed printed circuit boards.
• Solid understanding of digital logic, signal integrity, power circuitry, and high‑speed PCB design and simulation techniques.
• Experience with FPGAs/PLDs, Ethernet PHYs, high‑speed memories, PLLs, voltage regulators, and switching.
• Knowledge of computer and system architecture.
• Experience with board simulations; working knowledge of processor, DSP, and associated interfaces.
• Experience in a project from bring‑up through production ramp.
• Experience in creating/reviewing validation/diagnostic test plans.
• Experience with developing tests and debugging in the lab.

• Five years of analog and power experience.
• Ability to perform layout of printed circuit boards.

Good faith base salary range: $135,000–$185,000 USD (based on experience, skills, and location). This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) for work‑life balance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships and on‑demand workout videos.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
• Company wellness programs supporting physical and mental well‑being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• Opportunity to work with a highly talented team in an innovative, mission‑driven environment.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.