Sr. Hardware Engineer

Hubble Network was founded with the intention of delivering on the promise of what Internet-of-Things (IoT) was supposed to be. We're building a global Bluetooth network dedicated to machine-to-machine connectivity. We differentiate ourselves as the first modem-less and gateway-less, direct-to-satellite network from off-the-shelf BLE chips. Hubble is ideal for applications in logistics, AgTech, and maritime where economies of scale for volume consumer and enterprise asset tracking is a priority. Our goal is to be the first billion-endpoint-connected network in the world.

Hubble is an early-stage, venture-backed startup supported by some of the best investors in the world. In their previous lives, the founding team has been successful in raising $100s of millions in venture funding, developing the Amazon Sidewalk network, launching billions of dollars of space assets, and leading their teams to successful exits, both through acquisition and IPO. We are now looking to bring on talented team members who are the best at what they do to help us make Hubble a reality for the world.

As a Sr. Hardware Engineer, you will be part of the team that is responsible for the delivery of state-of-the-art hardware, focused on radio payloads that will be integrated into satellites. You will be involved in all aspects of the hardware product from definition, development, implementation, testing and production. You will work with cross-functional groups on hardware-software integration and test, verify, and document the flight payload.

This is a full-time position based in Seattle, WA.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS

• A Sense of Urgency: Lead projects from concept to reality, rapidly and effectively
• First Principles Engineering: Have a strong understanding of the whys behind the whats; have the ability to extrapolate from first principles to complex system design
• High Learning Agility: Love to learn; have a grounded approach to recognizing your weaknesses and take the initiative to brush up on and sharpen your engineering foundations to better collaborate with your teammates with different backgrounds
• System-Level Design and Analysis: Understand the requirements flow down process and be able to quickly iterate on evolving requirements
• Excellent Communication Skills: Effectively convey ideas and communicate technical topics with engineering, build staff, and operations; run self-directed design reviews and participate in reviews of parallel systems
• Anticipation of Needs: Identify problems, think creatively, and rapidly produce reliable and cost-effective solutions to meet the ever growing and changing needs of an early-stage company
  
  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience with PCB schematic and layout tools (Altium experience highly preferred)
• Experience in PCB design and layout of high-frequency RF components such as transmission lines, co-planar waveguides, Wireless SoCs, matching networks, LNAs, mixers, power amplifiers, etc.
• Strong understanding of RF design principles, including impedance matching, signal integrity, power amplifiers, mixers, filters, and oscillators.
• Experience in the design and layout of embedded board-level designs, such as microcontrollers, SoCs, power management, sensors, and I/O devices.
• Experience in digital or mixed-signal design principles, including designs using processors, FPGAs, operational amplifiers, and filters.
• Hands-on experience in bring-up, tuning, debugging, and testing (especially RF systems) using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, VNAs, Spectrum Analyzer, and Signal Generators.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a highly cross-functional role
• Ability to learn new technologies, network protocols and tools rapidly.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills is a must
• Ability and willingness to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when specific highly-critical events dictate as needed
• Passion for creating state-of-the-art hardware systems
  
  

STRONGLY DESIRED

• Experience in the design of RF systems for space or aerospace applications.
• Experience with solar cells, battery charging circuits
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., FCC, CE).
• Embedded C, C familiarity and development experience with ARM microcontrollers or similar platforms.
• Experience working with drivers for various communication protocols (especially USB, SPI, I2C, and UART) and system-level integration.
• Experience with wireless IoT (Internet of Things) network protocols (BLE, Zigbee, etc.)
  
  

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

Hubble is required by the U.S. Government to comply with various space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents ("green card holders") as defined by ITAR (22 CFR

• 120.15).
  
  

Hubble is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Each individual has the right to work in a professional environment that promotes equal employment opportunity and prohibits discriminatory practices, including harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.