Joblaze summary

In this role, the Staff Electrical Engineer I at CesiumAstro focuses on developing spacecraft electronics and hardware throughout the entire lifecycle of satellite systems. Key skills include expertise in serial communications, Ethernet networking, and EMI mitigation, along with a strong foundation in electrical design and testing. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a startup atmosphere and is eager to tackle complex challenges in satellite technology. The team is small and collaborative, emphasizing innovation and hands-on problem-solving to advance cutting-edge communication systems.

Joblaze insights

Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on CesiumAstro's careers page October 27, 2026.
Launch Vehicles appears in 2.2% of 272 comparable staff other roles in United States; Satellite appears in 1.5% of 272 comparable staff other roles in United States.

Quick facts

What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: EMI mitigation, Ethernet networking, Launch Vehicles, Satellite, Space Systems, UAV.
Does CesiumAstro sponsor work visas for this role?: Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
What seniority level is this role?: CesiumAstro targets staff-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Staff Electrical Engineer – Satellite C&DH Subsystem role at CesiumAstro.

From the original posting

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team. We are looking to add a Staff Electrical Engineer toleadCommand and Data Handling (C&DH) subsystem development for our Element Satellite team. If you are great at what you do, enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing electrical systems for leading-edge communications satellites, we would like to hear from you. In this position, you will be responsible for designing and delivering the C&DH subsystem for high-volume, cutting-edge communication satellites. You will own the C&DH subsystem block diagram (in alignment with electrical architects), subsystem-level analysis, make-buy trades, trade studies for “buy” items, technical vendor interactions, subsystem Design Verification Testing (DVT), hardware delivery, and on-orbit support. As a Satellite team member, you will work on a small team to develop satellites and put them in orbit. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with satellite architects and our internal component development team to create a long-term roadmap. You will be a key point of contact for satellite software, mechanical, and AI&T teams. You will provide creative solutions to complex problems to push the boundaries of spacecraft design.

Staff Electrical Engineer – Satellite C&DH Subsystem

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