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Full-Time

PCB Design Engineer

Posted on 3/27/2023

Planet

Planet

1,001-5,000 employees

High-resolution satellite imagery subscription service

Social Impact
Data & Analytics
Food & Agriculture

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA

Required Skills
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design
Altium
Management
Requirements
  • 5+ years experience in PCB layout design
  • Proven PCB design techniques for controlled impedance, RF, and analog circuits
  • Sound knowledge of design techniques that address signal-integrity and EMI concerns
  • Sensor, actuator, and mixed signal PCB design experience
  • Expertise with Altium designer
  • Experience implementing and enforcing IPC standards for PCB design, fabrication, and assembly
Responsibilities
  • Layout design of RF/Microwave, power, microprocessor, high-speed interface, and mixed-signal Printed Circuit Boards for satellite applications in concert with the electrical design engineers
  • Work with electrical design engineers and supply chain to manage PCB design in Altium environment and the integration with the configuration control, inventory, and manufacturing system
  • Coordinating with vendors to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality, high-reliability PCB Assemblies that meet IPC standards
  • Generation of fabrication and assembly packages, including drawings, and management of design and drawing templates
  • Creation of parts entries, including footprints and schematic symbols, for the Altium parts library
  • Management of the Altium parts library
  • Work with electrical design engineers to manage subcontractors performing PCB layouts of their designs and reviewing their outputs
  • PCB material and fabrication process selection
  • Mentoring of junior EE's for best practices
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with PCB design for space
  • Experience with managing vendor relationships
  • Experience with quality management, i.e. addressing quality issues with vendors resulting in corrective actions
  • Experience with high density, flex and rigid-flex PCB design

Planet captures high-resolution satellite images of the Earth using a fleet of small satellites called Doves. These satellites provide near-daily, detailed imagery across eight different bands, allowing clients to monitor environmental changes, manage resources, plan urban developments, and respond to disasters. The company operates on a subscription-based model, giving clients access to a vast library of images and data analytics tools. This approach ensures consistent revenue as clients require ongoing updates. Planet differentiates itself by offering customized solutions and educational resources through Planet School, helping users effectively utilize their platform. The goal of Planet is to be a leader in the geospatial intelligence market, providing valuable insights through frequent and detailed Earth observation.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$777.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

22%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The launch of the Planet Insights Platform enhances the utility of their data, offering powerful tools for unlocking Earth observation insights.
  • Securing major contracts, such as with the U.S. Navy, underscores Planet's credibility and potential for sustained revenue growth.
  • The addition of high-profile board members like former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki could bring valuable expertise and visibility to the company.

What critics are saying

  • Recent layoffs, including a 17% workforce reduction, may indicate financial instability or strategic misalignment.
  • High turnover in key leadership positions, such as the departure of President Kevin Weil, could lead to operational disruptions.

What makes Planet unique

  • Planet's fleet of small satellites, known as Doves, provides near-daily, high-resolution imagery, setting it apart from competitors with less frequent updates.
  • Their subscription-based model ensures a steady revenue stream, allowing for continuous innovation and customer support.
  • Planet's diverse client base, ranging from government agencies to commercial enterprises, showcases its versatility and broad market appeal.
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