Sr. Staff Electrical Engineer

Why LeoLabs? At LeoLabs, we’re building the living map of activity in space. Through our proprietary global radar network and AI-enabled analytics platform, we collect millions of measurements daily on more than 25,000 objects in low Earth orbit (LEO). Our radar-powered intelligence protects billions in assets, monitors adversarial behavior, and ensures safe operations for commercial and government missions. We’re not just building technology, we are redefining global security, safety, and transparency in space. As orbital activity accelerates and threats grow more complex, LeoLabs is a trusted partner for Space Domain Awareness, Space Traffic Management, and Satellite Operations for top-tier space operators and allied defense organizations. If you're looking to work on mission-critical challenges at the forefront of aerospace, national security, and AI, your impact starts here. As a Sr. Staff Electrical Engineer, you will design and develop the electronics that power our next-generation radar systems. You will own complex board-level hardware from concept through production, working across mixed-signal, power, timing, and control electronics to deliver reliable, high-performance systems. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving challenging technical problems and building hardware that moves quickly from the lab into the field.  This position is based in the Colorado Springs area and requires regular onsite collaboration with government stakeholders. You will work closely with LeoLabs' RF, mechanical, embedded software, manufacturing, and systems engineers to develop and integrate advanced radar hardware.  You will be responsible for:  Design and develop complex PCBAs and electrical subsystems for next-generation radar hardware  Own board-level hardware from requirements and schematic capture through layout, bring-up, validation, and production  Design mixed-signal, power, timing, and control electronics for demanding operating environments  Perform hardware bring-up, debugging, root-cause analysis, and electrical validation in the laboratory  Work closely with RF, mechanical, embedded software, manufacturing, and systems engineers to integrate complete hardware systems  Collaborate with government stakeholders and internal engineering teams to support program execution  Support prototype builds, design reviews, and manufacturing transition activities  Develop engineering tools, test software, and automation using Python where appropriate  Contribute to continuous improvement of electrical design practices and engineering documentation   Qualifications  Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline  Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. security clearance  7+ years of experience designing complex board-level electronics  Strong experience with Altium Designer or equivalent PCB design software  Experience developing hardware from concept through production  Strong mixed-signal design fundamentals, including power integrity, signal integrity, and EMI/EMC-aware layout  Hands-on experience with board bring-up, debugging, and electrical validation  Experience using LTspice for circuit simulation  Experience developing engineering tools or test automation using Python  Familiarity with Arena or another PLM system  Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. personnel security clearance  Preferred Qualifications  Master's degree in Electrical Engineering  Active Top Secret security clearance; SCI eligibility is a plus  Experience designing electronics for radar, aerospace, defense, communications, or other mission-critical applications  Experience with FPGA, embedded processor, or high-speed digital hardware  Experience supporting hardware through manufacturing and deployment  Experience working directly with government customers or program offices  Familiarity with RF system integration   Within 1 month, you’ll:  Complete onboarding and become familiar with LeoLabs' radar hardware, development process, and active programs  Build an understanding of current electrical designs, development tools, and laboratory workflows  Begin supporting ongoing hardware development and integration activities   Within 3 months, you’ll:  Take ownership of a board or electrical subsystem under active development  Drive prototype bring-up, validation, and design iteration  Build strong working relationships with government stakeholders and cross-functional engineering teams   Within 6 months, you’ll:  Lead the execution of multiple board-level hardware developments from design through prototype validation  Support hardware integration, manufacturing, and deployment activities  Become a trusted technical contributor across the Hardware Engineering organization   Within 12 months, you’ll:  Deliver multiple electrical designs into production  Serve as the electrical engineering lead for major hardware development efforts  Help shape future radar hardware through thoughtful design, technical leadership, and strong execution   Compensation  Salary offers are based on a combination of factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, and location. The base salary range for this position $212,000 + bonus + stock options + benefits    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.    ITAR Requirements  To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More information regarding ITAR can be found at DDTC’s website