Senior Hardware Design Engineer - Satellite Payload - PCB Design & Lab

Reference: 242424_1787949762

Senior Hardware Design Engineer - PCB Board

Satellite Payload - Design & Lab

Location: Bellevue, WA
Contract: 12+ months, extendable; C2H opportunity
Work Arrangement: 5 days onsite

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior PCB Hardware Design Engineer / Senior Hardware Development Engineer to support the development of advanced satellite payload hardware. This is a hands-on role focused heavily on board bring-up, hardware debug, design verification, validation, and supporting the transition of validated designs into subsequent hardware revisions.

The ideal candidate will have strong board-level design experience combined with extensive laboratory expertise and the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware issues from initial power-on through root-cause identification and resolution.

Responsibilities

  • Lead bring-up of newly fabricated circuit boards, including power-on, section-by-section checkout, and first-time hardware debug through root cause.
  • Plan and execute design verification and validation campaigns, including high-speed link testing, power measurements, functional testing, and detailed documentation of results.
  • Partner closely with hardware design engineers to identify issues and drive corrective actions into subsequent board revisions.
  • Contribute to schematic capture and PCB layout activities for next-generation hardware as project priorities and bandwidth allow.
  • Support RF and antenna engineering teams with validated hardware and assist with their measurement and characterization requirements.
  • Troubleshoot board-level hardware issues using systematic debug methodologies and laboratory instrumentation.
  • Support the complete hardware development lifecycle from design and fabrication through bring-up, validation, and manufacturing support.

Required Qualifications

  • 8+ years of electrical engineering experience in board-level hardware design.
  • Strong experience with schematic capture and complex, dense multilayer PCB designs.
  • Solid understanding of power delivery, power distribution, and sequencing.
  • Extensive hands-on laboratory experience with board bring-up, hardware debug, and validation.
  • Proficiency with oscilloscopes, logic/protocol analyzers, and high-speed test and measurement equipment.
  • Experience with high-speed digital interfaces and multi-gigabit SerDes technologies such as JESD204, PCIe, 25G+ Ethernet, DDR, or similar.
  • Strong understanding of signal integrity and power integrity considerations.
  • Demonstrated experience across the full hardware lifecycle: design → build → bring-up → validation → manufacturing support.
  • BSEE, MSEE, or equivalent practical engineering experience.

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

COMPETITIVE SALARY
Added 28/08/2026
Reference: 242424_1787949762

Senior Hardware Design Engineer - Satellite Payload - PCB Design & Lab

Bellevue, Washington, United States of America Contract Engineering Technology

Other similar jobs

Senior Hardware Development Engineer - PCB Design

Added 28/08/2026

Senior Hardware Development Engineer - PCB Design Location: Seattle, Washington, USAContract: 12+ monthsWork Arrangement: 5 days onsiteAbout the RoleWe are seeking a Senior PCB Hardware Design Engineer / Senior Hardware Development Engineer to support the development of advanced satellite payload hardware. This is a hands-on role focused heavily on board bring-up, hardware debug, design verification, validation, and supporting the transition of validated designs into subsequent hardware revisions.The ideal candidate will have strong board-level design experience combined with extensive laboratory expertise and the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware issues from initial power-on through root-cause identification and resolution.ResponsibilitiesLead bring-up of newly fabricated...

Learn more

Senior Hardware PCB Design Engineer

Added 28/08/2026

Senior PCB Hardware Design Engineer / Senior Hardware Development EngineerSatellite Payload - Design & LabLocation: Redmond, WAContract: 12+ months, extendable; C2H opportunityWork Arrangement: 5 days onsiteAbout the RoleWe are seeking a Senior PCB Hardware Design Engineer / Senior Hardware Development Engineer to support the development of advanced satellite payload hardware. This is a hands-on role focused heavily on board bring-up, hardware debug, design verification, validation, and supporting the transition of validated designs into subsequent hardware revisions.The ideal candidate will have strong board-level design experience combined with extensive laboratory expertise and the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware issues from initial power-on...

Learn more

PCB Design Engineer

Added 19/08/2026

OverviewWe are seeking an experienced PCB Designer to support the development of advanced phased-array communication systems used in high-reliability environments. This role involves the design, layout, integration, bring-up, testing, and debugging of complex electronic hardware that drives next-generation antenna systems. The successful candidate will work on sophisticated mixed-signal, digital, FPGA, and RF-based hardware across the full product development lifecycle, from concept through laboratory validation and product refinement.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop complex multilayer printed circuit boards (PCBs) for advanced communication and phased-array systems.Own PCB designs from schematic capture through layout, fabrication support, bring-up, validation, and debug.Select components and create robust designs...

Learn more

PCB Design Engineer

Added 13/08/2026

OverviewWe are seeking an experienced PCB Designer to support the development of advanced phased-array communication systems used in high-reliability environments. This role involves the design, layout, integration, bring-up, testing, and debugging of complex electronic hardware that drives next-generation antenna systems. The successful candidate will work on sophisticated mixed-signal, digital, FPGA, and RF-based hardware across the full product development lifecycle, from concept through laboratory validation and product refinement.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop complex multilayer printed circuit boards (PCBs) for advanced communication and phased-array systems.Own PCB designs from schematic capture through layout, fabrication support, bring-up, validation, and debug.Select components and create robust designs...

Learn more

Satellite Operations Engineer

Added 14/08/2026

Spacecraft Operations EngineerGlasgow (Onsite with Hybrid Flexibility) | Visa Sponsorship available for experienced candidatesAre you an experienced Satellite Operations Engineer with a background in Earth Observation missions? We're looking for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to join a growing space team supporting the operation, commissioning and delivery of satellite missions.This is an opportunity to work directly with live spacecraft, from launch and commissioning through to routine mission operations, with responsibility for spacecraft monitoring, in-orbit testing, anomaly resolution and mission performance.What you'll be doing:Lead satellite commissioning from launch through to nominal operations.Plan and execute in-orbit testing and validation activities.Command, monitor and maintain...

Learn more

Satellite Operations Engineer

Added 06/07/2026

Spacecraft Operations Engineer | Glasgow (Onsite with Hybrid Flexibility)Are you passionate about space technology and mission operations? We're looking for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to join an innovative team delivering cutting-edge satellite missions from launch through to routine operations.You'll play a key role in spacecraft commissioning, in-orbit testing, mission planning, spacecraft health monitoring, anomaly investigation, and the continuous improvement of mission operations and automation.What you'll be doing:Lead spacecraft commissioning and in-orbit testing.Command and monitor live satellite missions.Investigate and resolve spacecraft anomalies.Develop operational procedures and automation tools.Support ground testing, mission planning and readiness activities.Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.What we're looking for:Experience...

Learn more

Sr. Lab Engineer

Added 14/07/2026

We are seeking a Senior Lab Engineer to be onsite; responsible for maintaining and delivering lab environments that support Technical Assistance Center (TAC), Engineering, QA, Product Development, and Sales teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong systems engineering expertise with VMware ESXi/vSphere, solid Linux and Windows administration skills, foundational Layer 1-3 networking knowledge, and hands-on lab/data center operations experience. This individual will serve as the senior technical resource within the lab, leading projects, mentoring junior technicians, managing escalations, and ensuring lab services are delivered within SLA. Key ResponsibilitiesLab Operations & SupportOwn and manage the lab support ticket queue, prioritizing and...

Learn more

Sr. Lab Engineer

Added 14/07/2026

We are seeking a Senior Lab Engineer to be onsite; responsible for maintaining and delivering lab environments that support Technical Assistance Center (TAC), Engineering, QA, Product Development, and Sales teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong systems engineering expertise with VMware ESXi/vSphere, solid Linux and Windows administration skills, foundational Layer 1-3 networking knowledge, and hands-on lab/data center operations experience. This individual will serve as the senior technical resource within the lab, leading projects, mentoring junior technicians, managing escalations, and ensuring lab services are delivered within SLA. Key ResponsibilitiesLab Operations & SupportOwn and manage the lab support ticket queue, prioritizing and...

Learn more

Sr. Lab Engineer

Added 14/07/2026

We are seeking a Senior Lab Engineer to be onsite; responsible for maintaining and delivering lab environments that support Technical Assistance Center (TAC), Engineering, QA, Product Development, and Sales teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong systems engineering expertise with VMware ESXi/vSphere, solid Linux and Windows administration skills, foundational Layer 1-3 networking knowledge, and hands-on lab/data center operations experience. This individual will serve as the senior technical resource within the lab, leading projects, mentoring junior technicians, managing escalations, and ensuring lab services are delivered within SLA. Key ResponsibilitiesLab Operations & SupportOwn and manage the lab support ticket queue, prioritizing and...

Learn more

Sr. Lab Engineer

Added 14/07/2026

We are seeking a Senior Lab Engineer to be onsite; responsible for maintaining and delivering lab environments that support Technical Assistance Center (TAC), Engineering, QA, Product Development, and Sales teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong systems engineering expertise with VMware ESXi/vSphere, solid Linux and Windows administration skills, foundational Layer 1-3 networking knowledge, and hands-on lab/data center operations experience. This individual will serve as the senior technical resource within the lab, leading projects, mentoring junior technicians, managing escalations, and ensuring lab services are delivered within SLA. Key ResponsibilitiesLab Operations & SupportOwn and manage the lab support ticket queue, prioritizing and...

Learn more

Sr. Lab Engineer

Added 14/07/2026

We are seeking a Senior Lab Engineer to be onsite; responsible for maintaining and delivering lab environments that support Technical Assistance Center (TAC), Engineering, QA, Product Development, and Sales teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong systems engineering expertise with VMware ESXi/vSphere, solid Linux and Windows administration skills, foundational Layer 1-3 networking knowledge, and hands-on lab/data center operations experience. This individual will serve as the senior technical resource within the lab, leading projects, mentoring junior technicians, managing escalations, and ensuring lab services are delivered within SLA. Key ResponsibilitiesLab Operations & SupportOwn and manage the lab support ticket queue, prioritizing and...

Learn more

Sr. Lab Engineer

Added 14/07/2026

We are seeking a Senior Lab Engineer to be onsite; responsible for maintaining and delivering lab environments that support Technical Assistance Center (TAC), Engineering, QA, Product Development, and Sales teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong systems engineering expertise with VMware ESXi/vSphere, solid Linux and Windows administration skills, foundational Layer 1-3 networking knowledge, and hands-on lab/data center operations experience. This individual will serve as the senior technical resource within the lab, leading projects, mentoring junior technicians, managing escalations, and ensuring lab services are delivered within SLA. Key ResponsibilitiesLab Operations & SupportOwn and manage the lab support ticket queue, prioritizing and...

Learn more

Sr PCB Designer

Added 28/08/2026

Hardware Design Engineer or PCB EngineerThe RoleThe team designs advanced phased-array antenna electronics for satellite communication systems, utilizing large, high-density multilayer PCBs with thousands of components, custom silicon devices, and high-speed digital interfaces operating at multi-gigabit data rates. Boards are being fabricated at a pace that exceeds the design team's validation capacity, creating an opportunity for experienced hardware engineers to own board development and laboratory validation activities.Key ResponsibilitiesLead bring-up of newly fabricated boards, including power-on testing, subsystem checkout, debugging, and root-cause analysis.Plan and execute design verification and validation activities, including high-speed digital testing, power characterization, and functional verification, while documenting...

Learn more

PCB Designer

Added 28/08/2026

Hardware Design Engineer or PCB EngineerThe RoleThe team designs advanced phased-array antenna electronics for satellite communication systems, utilizing large, high-density multilayer PCBs with thousands of components, custom silicon devices, and high-speed digital interfaces operating at multi-gigabit data rates. Boards are being fabricated at a pace that exceeds the design team's validation capacity, creating an opportunity for experienced hardware engineers to own board development and laboratory validation activities.Key ResponsibilitiesLead bring-up of newly fabricated boards, including power-on testing, subsystem checkout, debugging, and root-cause analysis.Plan and execute design verification and validation activities, including high-speed digital testing, power characterization, and functional verification, while documenting...

Learn more

PCB Designer

Added 19/08/2026

OverviewWe are seeking an experienced PCB Designer to support the development of advanced phased-array communication systems used in high-reliability environments. This role involves the design, layout, integration, bring-up, testing, and debugging of complex electronic hardware that drives next-generation antenna systems. The successful candidate will work on sophisticated mixed-signal, digital, FPGA, and RF-based hardware across the full product development lifecycle, from concept through laboratory validation and product refinement.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop complex multilayer printed circuit boards (PCBs) for advanced communication and phased-array systems.Own PCB designs from schematic capture through layout, fabrication support, bring-up, validation, and debug.Select components and create robust designs...

Learn more
At least 8 characters, 1 uppercase, 1 lowercase and 1 special character or number
Your file must be a doc, docx or pdf. No larger than 5MB.