Avionics Engineer

Position: Avionics Engineer 

Location: Denver, CO

Position Type: Full-time

Mission: High Frontier – High Frontier – Design, Integrate, Test, and Deploy Spacecraft Avionics Subsystems

We’re Karman+, a lean and ambitious space startup with a mission to push the boundaries of in-space capabilities. Our High Frontier mission requires a sophisticated avionics system to monitor, control, and power the spacecraft’s critical systems. If you’re an experienced electrical engineer with a passion for space and hands-on expertise in spacecraft electronics, this role offers the chance to take ownership of key avionics subsystems and contribute directly to a groundbreaking mission.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

As an Electrical Engineer (Responsible Engineer - RE), you’ll have end-to-end responsibility for specific avionics subsystems on the High Frontier mission. This includes the design, integration, testing, and deployment of components like power distribution, telemetry, command & data handling, and guidance/control circuits. You’ll work closely with other engineering teams and vendors to ensure that all avionics components meet mission requirements and perform reliably in the harsh environment of space.

This is an individual contributor role focused on technical expertise and subsystem ownership. If you thrive on solving complex electrical challenges, are comfortable making autonomous technical decisions, and have a hands-on approach to engineering, we’d love to talk to you.

• Take responsibility for the design, development, integration, testing, and deployment of a specific avionics subsystems/component, within the avionics scope which include flight computer, power management system, telemetry, communications and command & data handling.
• Own every phase of the lifecycle for your assigned avionics subsystem—from design through testing, flight readiness, and post-deployment support, ensuring reliability and performance in space conditions.
• Make independent engineering decisions on subsystem architecture, hardware interfaces, component specifications, and design trade-offs to meet mission requirements within schedule and budget constraints.
• Work closely with other teams (e.g., thermal, software, mechanical) to integrate avionics components seamlessly with the broader spacecraft system.
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to source and evaluate components for your subsystem, ensuring they meet mission specifications and integration requirements. Support the procurement team in managing delivery schedules and resolving supply chain issues.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of avionics subsystems, including unit tests, integration tests, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing. Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware or software issues as they arise.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to the avionics subsystem, including reliability, performance, and schedule risks. Ensure all components meet regulatory, operational, and quality standards.

• Experience in avionics, electronics, or power systems engineering, with hands-on expertise in spacecraft avionics systems, including power management, telemetry, data handling, and control systems.  
• Strong expertise in digital and analog circuit design, power distribution, signal processing, and data acquisition systems for space or aerospace applications.
• Problem-solving skills—you’re comfortable working hands-on with circuit boards, debugging hardware issues, and testing your designs to ensure reliability.
• Familiarity with project management tools and the ability to track and prioritize tasks to meet project timelines and milestones.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex avionics challenges to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Foundational experience in avionics or electronics engineering for spacecraft applications.
• BS or MS in engineering, aerospace engineering, or related technical field. 

Additional Information

Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 annually in this location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amount listed above.

As a member of the Karman+ team, you’ll enjoy an impressive benefits package:

• Equity Incentives - Participate in our shared success.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans for top tier plans with additional buy-up plan options. 
• Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability covered by Karman+
• Basic Life Insurance covered by Karman+
• 401k plan
• Unlimited Paid Time Off - We focus on what you get done, not how many hours or days you work.

This position is full-time in-person at our offices & lab in Denver, CO. If you reside in locations outside of daily commuting distance you will be considered, however, no relocation or travel assistance will be provided by Karman+ for this position. This position operates in an office environment. This entails working inside in an office space wherein you may be provided with a public work station (cubicle) or private offices. In the performance of the duties and responsibilities of this job, you will be required to view a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time.

Occasional travel to work site locations may be expected. Overnight stays may be required from time to time for training, seminars, conferences, meetings, events, or visits to onsite locations.

This job posting is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Karman+ reserves the right to change or assign additional duties, responsibilities, and activities at any time with or without notice. 

Karman+ is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact .