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Principal Electrical Engineer

Orb Aerospace

Lowell, MIFull-time$90–130K/yrSeen 1y agoStill listed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$90–130K/yr
Location
Lowell, MI
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Orb Aerospace is hiring a Principal Electrical Engineer. Orb Aerospace seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to architect, build, and test optimized electrical systems for autonomous aircraft. The role involves designing PCBs, managing low‑SWaP system requirements, handling high/low voltage power supplies, thermal management, sensor integration, EMI mitigation, and mechanical integration, while collaborating across software and aerospace teams.

Key focus areas include Design and integrate PCBs, Manage requirements for low SWaP system design, and Develop high and low voltage power supplies.

Successful candidates bring US Citizen Or Permanent Resident. Important skills include PCB Design, Low SWaP System Design, High Voltage Power Supply, Low Voltage Power Supply, Thermal Management, and Sensor Integration. Preferred (not required): Electro Magnetic Interference, Electro-Mechanical Products, Embedded Microcontroller, and Interrupts.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PCB DesignLow SWaP System DesignHigh Voltage Power SupplyLow Voltage Power SupplyThermal ManagementSensor IntegrationSignal ProcessingElectro Magnetic InterferenceMechanical IntegrationMaterials SourcingSupply Chain AwarenessHardware TestingElectro-Mechanical ProductsEmbedded MicrocontrollerInterruptsTimersDMAsUARTSPII2CCANUSBEthernetRFBack EMFLithium Battery Management SystemsSpeed ControllersBrushless DC MotorsSensor InterfacingSensor FusionWireless CommunicationReading Electrical SchematicsOscilloscopesMultimetersTroubleshoot Electrical IssuesTroubleshoot Firmware IssuesEMI ConceptsEMF ConceptsSWaP ConceptsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsManage Multiple Critical Projects

Qualifications

US Citizen or Permanent ResidentBachelor's or Master's in Computer ScienceBachelor's or Master's in Electrical EngineeringEquivalent ExperienceDegree in Computer Engineering

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

US Citizen or Permanent Resident

In-Person

Fall 2026 Start

90-130K Base+ Options and Incentives

Join us in reindustrializing the Midwest and turning autonomous aircraft into on-demand infrastructure. Orb is a small mission-driven team where your initiative, creativity, and dedication will be used to reach every village on the planet with power, logistics, and communications.

Your Role at Orb:

Orb is building software-hardware-integrated air platforms. This position will lay out the electrical engineering architecture with considerations for mechanical, aero, and software engineering requirements.

One Sentence Job Description: Architect, build, and test optimized and reliable electrical systems.

Key Responsiblities

  • PCB Design and Integration powerhouse.
  • Manage Requirements for Low SWaP System Design.
  • High and Low Voltage Power Supply.
  • Thermal Management.
  • Sensor Integration and Signal Processing.
  • Manage Electro Magnetic Interference.
  • Uncderstanding Mechanical Integration.
  • Materials Sourcing and Supply Chain Awareness.
  • Hardware Testing.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

  • Experience with electro-mechanical products and embedded microcontroller, including Interrupts, Timers, DMAs, and communication interfaces (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Ethernet).

  • Strong Understanding of RF, Electro Magnetic Interference and Back EMF

  • Lithium Battery Management Systems

  • Speed Controllers and Brushless DC Motors

  • Sensor Interfacing and Sensor Fusion

  • Wireless Communication

  • Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and using test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters) to troubleshoot electrical and firmware issues independently.

  • Understanding and applying EMI, EMF, Back EMF, and SWaP concepts to accomplish goals.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple critical projects in a dynamic environment.

  • Willingness to take on additional duties as required.

  • If you’re ready to put the United States back on top in embedded robotic systems, we invite to apply.

Compensation

+ Options and Incentives

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