17h ago
Lead Electrical Engineer
Austin, TX
$250k-$400k / year
full-timelead
🛠 Tech Stack
💼 About This Role
You'll own the electrical architecture of ground-based interceptor platforms at a defense startup building AI-powered counter-drone systems. Your designs will go from prototype to production fast, enabling real-time threat neutralization on the battlefield.
🎯 What You'll Do
- Lead end-to-end design of complex multi-layer PCBs
- Integrate microphone arrays ensuring signal integrity for low-noise audio
- Optimize power distribution for high-torque motors and edge compute
- Develop robust circuits for motor controllers and communication protocols
📋 Requirements
- Proven track record shipping real-world physical systems
- Mastery of Altium or KiCad for high-density PCB design
- Hands-on experience integrating digital audio interfaces (I2S, TDM, PDM)
- U.S. Citizenship and ability to pass background check
✨ Nice to Have
- Experience with DoD codes and standards for electrical systems
- Power systems for high-speed gimbal or turret systems
- Security clearance or ability to obtain one
🎁 Benefits & Perks
- 📈 Meaningful Early Equity - Foundational ownership stake
- 🏖️ Unlimited PTO - Results over clock-watching
- 🩺 100% Employer-Paid Premiums - Medical, dental, vision for you
- 🔧 Builder's Playground - Lab with NVIDIA Jetsons, high-end scopes, 3D printers
- 🚚 Relocation Assistance - Help moving to Austin
📨 Hiring Process
Virtual interview with directors, paid take-home ($500, ~8 hours), team review, co-founder interview, then in-person visit to Austin.
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