Electronics engineer (mixed-signal)

About Paladin

Paladin is revolutionizing emergency response by deploying autonomous drones to 911 calls. Our product, the EXT, extends autonomy and cellular connectivity to third-party drones, all through a unified software interface. Paladin aims to integrate its life-saving technology into cities worldwide within the next decade.

Role Description

We seek a highly skilled Electronics Engineer with experience in high-speed signal bring-up to join our innovative team in a full-time hybrid role based in Houston, TX. You will be instrumental in designing and optimizing the high-performance electrical systems that power our emergency response drones. This includes ensuring signal integrity, rapid bring-up of high-speed interfaces, and advancing the overall electronics architecture of our systems.

This role offers the chance to develop cutting-edge technology, refine processes for real-world applications, and contribute directly to a mission that saves lives. You’ll collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and manufacturing teams to deliver innovative, reliable solutions for drones operating in high-pressure emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and validate high-speed signal interfaces (e.g., PCIe, USB, Ethernet)
• Perform signal integrity analysis, including simulation and measurement of transmission lines
• Debug and resolve issues with high-speed signaling during PCB bring-up, ensuring robust operation across temperature and usage conditions
• Design and optimize PCBs for high-speed digital and mixed-signal circuits
• Perform schematic capture and layout design using industry-standard tools (e.g., Altium Designer)
• Collaborate with the mechanical engineering team to optimize PCB form factor and thermal management
• Conduct hands-on debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools
• Develop and execute validation plans for high-speed interfaces and related components
• Work closely with firmware and embedded systems teams to ensure seamless integration between hardware and software
• Source and liaise with manufacturers to ensure high-quality production of PCBs
• Support production processes, including quality control and compliance testing
• Drive advancements in electronics architecture, focusing on reliability, scalability, and cost-efficiency
• Stay current with trends in high-speed digital design and emerging technologies, applying insights to improve Paladin's products
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years in electronics engineering, with experience in high-speed signal design and bring-up
• Strong understanding of signal integrity principles, including crosstalk, impedance matching, and reflection mitigation
• Proven experience delivering successful PCB bring-ups, particularly for systems with high-speed interfaces
• Expertise in PCB design tools like Altium Designer
• Experience with signal integrity analysis simulation tools
• Skilled in using oscilloscopes, TDRs, and logic analyzers for signal debugging and validation
• Strong understanding of embedded systems and their interaction with high-speed hardware
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to debugging complex systems
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in cross-functional teams
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with LTE, Wi-Fi, or other wireless communication systems
• Knowledge of electronic regulatory compliance standards (e.g., FCC, CE)
• Experience with drone or robotics hardware is a plus
  
  

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