Avionics Engineer - Batteries (All levels)

Impulse Space is building the next generation of space vehicles, and this role supports battery development in a fast-paced, high reliability environment. You will help develop new lithium-ion battery packs and contribute from early concept work through full rate production, with strong cross-functional collaboration across spacecraft development.

This on-site position is based in Redondo Beach, CA, with a salary range of USD 130,000 to 165,000 per year. Impulse Space also offers long-term incentives via stock options, medical, vision, and dental coverage, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Responsibilities

• Develop new lithium-ion battery packs to meet mission requirements
• Own the full product lifecycle for the battery pack
• Interface with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and test teams
• Create electrical, structural, and thermal models to support design and delivery

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or a related field
• Years of professional experience in battery development
• Familiarity with lithium-ion battery qualification and safety standards, including UN 38.3
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting electronics
• Ability to communicate technical challenges, explain rationale, and/or resolve concerns

Preferred skills and experience

• Master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or a related field
• Experience qualifying spacecraft products
• Experience with Siemens NX and Teamcenter
• Experience with Simcenter or ANSYS
• Experience with Altium Designer
• Experience designing harsh environment power electronics
• Experience designing electromechanical assemblies

Additional information

• Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.
• Individual level and base pay are determined case-by-case and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities, and internal equity.
• Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations, including ITAR and EAR.
• Applicants must be U.S. Persons or eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies.