Senior Electrical Engineer, Power at Planet

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Space TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of experience designing PCBs, with 5 years focused on power electronics
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar
Advanced experience designing high voltage (>500V) switching power converters
Proficiency with high voltage power component selection, in particular with compound semiconductor technologies (SiC, GaN)
Cross-functional design experience with mechanical/thermal and packaging constraints
Familiarity with analog design, digital design, mixed-signal design (ADCs/DACs)
Experience in embedded systems design
Knowledge of PCB layout techniques for optimized power and ground routing and EMI mitigation
Hands-on expertise with EE tools (oscilloscopes, network analyzers, signal generators, etc)
Experience with simulation tools for power electronics
Advanced with Altium Designer for schematic capture
Advanced in Python or other scripting languages to control/automate test equipment (power supplies, solar array simulators, electronic loads)
Ability to access export-controlled information (EAR/ITAR requirements)

Responsibilities

Design and schematic entry of power subsystems including MPPTs, electronic propulsion PPUs, power regulation and distribution for our fleets of nano and small satellites
Oversight of PCB layout process for your designs, as well as release of drawings for manufacturing
PCBA bring-up, debugging, and functional verification
With assistance of other teams, qualify design for EMI/EMC compliance, thermal performance, and ensure design can survive the high shock and vibration loads of a rocket launch
Work with the manufacturing test engineering team to define a highly automated test procedure for each PCBA
Anomaly response and troubleshooting systems for on-orbit spacecraft

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power Subsystems

MPPT

Electronic Propulsion

PPU

Power Regulation

Power Distribution

Schematic Entry

PCB Layout

PCBA Bring-up

Debugging

Functional Verification

Satellite Design

Planet

High-resolution satellite imagery subscription service

About Planet

Planet captures high-resolution satellite images of the Earth using a fleet of small satellites called Doves. These satellites provide near-daily, detailed imagery across eight different bands, allowing clients to monitor environmental changes, manage resources, plan urban developments, and respond to disasters. The company operates on a subscription-based model, giving clients access to a vast library of images and data analytics tools. This approach ensures consistent revenue as clients require ongoing updates. Planet differentiates itself by offering customized solutions and educational resources through Planet School, helping users effectively utilize their platform. The goal of Planet is to be a leader in the geospatial intelligence market, providing valuable insights through frequent and detailed Earth observation.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$617.1MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, AerospaceIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Sabbatical Leave

Remote Work Options

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Home Office Stipend

Phone/Internet Stipend

Tuition Reimbursement

Equity

Commuter Benefits

Volunteering Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Antaris threatens market share.

Recent layoffs may impact operational efficiency and innovation.

Expansion of partnerships may stretch resources, reducing service quality.

Differentiation

Planet operates the largest fleet of Earth-imaging satellites globally.

Their subscription model ensures continuous revenue from diverse sectors.

Planet's AI-driven analytics enhance satellite imagery insights significantly.

Upsides

AI-driven analytics can expand into agriculture and urban planning sectors.

Partnerships with platforms like UP42 enhance data offerings and capabilities.

Smart city management using satellite data offers new revenue streams.

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