PCB Layout Engineer (UNB039) at ALL.SPACE

Who are we? 

We hire those that seek to innovate across people, process and technology. Join our global workforce, visualise the future and strive for success. Our engineering campus and corporate offices in the UK and US are optimal environments for ideas and innovation to flourish. 

ALL.SPACE, has developed a smart terminal, capable of linking with all satellites, all networks, in all orbits, all at once. Our ground-breaking software-defined service enablement platform integrates intelligent routing, edge computing and on-demand services to deliver unprecedented network resilience and application performance. Our terminal designs operate as fully electronic beam steering systems. Our IP has applications across a wide range of market sectors including aeronautical, land mobile, maritime, and 5G. It provides broadband, multi-beam, two-way communications with dynamic tracking of geostationary and non-geostationary satellites or terrestrial nodes. 

We are looking for world class talent to join our high-performing team working on cutting edge technology in the satellite communications industry. We stand by our company values; INTEGRITY, INNOVATION & EXECUTION EXCELLENCE – giving you the opportunity to build your career in an environment where we encourage crisp decision-making, challenging the status-quo, championing your beliefs and ideas, sharing successes (and learning from failures) and working collaboratively with your fellow team members. 

ALL.SPACE is committed to practicing and promoting diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace. We aim to lead by example by making satellite communications a more inviting and accessible industry for all.

Visit www.all.space to learn more. 

Job Overview: 

We are seeking an experienced PCB Layout Engineer with deep expertise in Altium Designer to create and deliver complex, multi-layer PCB designs that integrate RF, high-speed digital, and precision analog circuits. This is a hands-on, technical role requiring close collaboration with RF, digital, and analogue engineers to achieve best-in-class PCB layouts that meet performance, manufacturability, and reliability standards. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop complex PCB layouts in Altium Designer, from schematic capture to manufacturing release. 

• Collaborate closely with RF, digital, and Analog engineers to define layout rules, placement, and routing strategies. 

• Apply RF and analog layout techniques, including controlled impedance traces, grounding, shielding, and isolation methods. 

• Execute high-speed routing (DDR, Ethernet, SerDes, CAN, LVDS) with impedance control and length-matching. 

• Define and optimise PCB stack-ups, balancing electrical, thermal, and mechanical requirements. 

• Generate fabrication and assembly outputs (Gerbers, ODB++, drawings, BOMs) directly from Altium Designer. 

• Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) checks with fabrication/assembly partners. 

• Support signal integrity, power integrity, and EMI/EMC compliance. 

• Perform 3D clearance and mechanical integration checks using Altium Designer’s MCAD collaboration tools. 

• Contribute to cross-functional design reviews, providing expert layout input. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. 

Essential Skills: 

• Proven track record in complex PCB design projects involving RF, digital, and analog subsystems. 

• Advanced proficiency in Altium Designer (component libraries, rules, constraints, 3D modelling, outputs). 

• Strong understanding of RF layout methods, transmission lines, isolation strategies, and grounding/shielding. 

• Expertise in high-speed design techniques (controlled impedance, differential pairs, skew/length matching). 

• Solid knowledge of PCB stack-up design, fabrication materials, and manufacturing processes. 

• Familiarity with IPC design standards (IPC-2221, IPC-6012, IPC-7351, etc.). 

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently. 

Desired Skills: 

• Experience with HDI PCB designs in Altium Designer. 

• Knowledge of thermal management strategies for dense boards. 

• Exposure to signal/power integrity and EMC simulation tools. 

• Hands-on experience with prototype bring-up, rework, and hardware debugging. 

• Industry experience in aerospace or Satcom sector 

Benefits

• Generous salary and annual bonus 

• Stock options 

• Contributory pension scheme 

• 25 days annual leave + public holidays 

• Cycle-to-work scheme 

• Car scheme (salary sacrifice) 

• Free on-site gym 

• Employee assistance programs 

• Discounts platform