Electrical Systems Specialist

5 days ago


El Segundo, California, United States Northwoodspace Full time

Company Overview

Northwood Space is a pioneering company in the field of space communications technologies. We are committed to transforming connectivity between earth and space, bringing the benefits of space to the masses through innovative solutions.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Systems Specialist to lead the design, planning, sourcing, and construction of ground station sites worldwide. This role combines deep technical engineering expertise with strong project management skills, as well as the ability to collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners.

Main Responsibilities

  • Design and implement site electrical hardware, including data racks, backup battery systems, cabling, power distribution, and antenna arrays
  • Develop operational strategies to keep our hardware reliable and efficient
  • Analyze and trade different site locations, relating them back to critical business metrics (throughput, satellite talk time, costs, etc.)
  • Build telemetry systems and support real-time operations with a focus on reliability
  • Build and maintain relationships with international partners, including network providers, contractors, and logistics teams
  • Travel to sites worldwide and support antenna deploys, applying learnings to improve deployment processes and speed

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science discipline
  • 5+ years of relevant experience working in engineering or operations
  • Willingness to travel to domestic and international ground station sites as required

Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on location and level of experience.



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