Senior / Lead Electronics Engineer
NewOrbit SpaceLondon, England, United Kingdom
Posted January 30, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
NewOrbit Space is a pioneering space technology company that engineers the lowest orbiting satellites on Earth to rapidly advance global connectivity and insight.
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior / Lead Electronics Engineer to design, build, and qualify electronics for our VLEO space mission. Your role will involve taking technical ownership of electronics development across the full lifecycle, from concept to flight readiness, and working closely with systems, mechanical, propulsion, software, and AIT teams.
Requirements
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of professional experience developing electronics for demanding environments
- Demonstrated experience with space electronics or similar high-reliability systems
- Strong fundamentals in analog and digital electronics
- Proven experience with schematic design, PCB layout, and board bring-up
- Solid understanding of space-specific constraints such as radiation, EMC/EMI, thermal behavior, and reliability
- Experience taking hardware from concept through testing and qualification
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including private health insurance
- Annual healthcare check-ups
- Relocation package
- Visa sponsorship
- Hybrid work setup with one dedicated remote day per week
- Equity and competitive salary with company ownership stakes