Muon Space
Quality Engineer, Electrical
$139K–$157K
San Jose, CA +1 · Full-time · Posted Sep 30, 2026
- Location
- San Jose, CA
San Jose, California, United States - Experience
- 5+ years in Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, or manufacturing; 3+ years with aerospace Class 3 electrical components.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a U.S. person, eligible to access export-controlled information without export authorization, or eligible and reasonably likely to obtain required export authorization.
About the job
Inspects and tests electrical satellite hardware and develops quality processes to ensure spacecraft electronics meet aerospace reliability and compliance standards.
What you'll do
- Plan and oversee inspections and testing of satellite electrical hardware, including PCBAs, harnesses, and component-level assemblies.
- Manage nonconformance investigations and corrective actions, and maintain quality records and documentation.
- Improve quality systems and production processes, support supplier audits, and train teams on workmanship and quality procedures.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- 5+ years experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, or manufacturing; 3+ years working with aerospace Class 3 electrical components.
- Working knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 at Class 3, including the Space Addendums.
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics and PCB/PCBA drawings; proficiency with data management and reporting software, including MES & PLM.
Nice to have
- Experience in cleanroom aerospace or engineering manufacturing, or a highly regulated environment.
- Familiarity with aerospace industry standards such as AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar.
Pay
$139,000 - $157,000 USD base salary
Tools
IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620, MES, PLM, AS9100, ISO 9001, GMP
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