ECAD Support Engineer

Description

ECAD Support Engineer Location: Espoo, Finland Department: Engineering Systems Reports to: ECAD Manager Employment type: Permanent Workplace model: Hybrid

Why this role matters:

As an ECAD (Electronic Computer Aided Design) Support Engineer, you will provide critical technical support to ICEYE's design and engineering teams. You'll manage design tools, libraries, databases, and ensure teams have the systems and resources they need to efficiently design and develop spacecraft electronics. Your work will directly enable faster design cycles, reduce errors, and support the development of the world's most advanced SAR satellites.

Who We Are

ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE's world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world's largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy – day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.

As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE's near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring (including oil-spill detection), and finance, contributing to a safer and more sustainable world.

For more information, visit www.iceye.com.

Role Summary

Reporting to the ECAD Manager, you will provide comprehensive technical support to ICEYE's electronics design and engineering teams. This permanent role focuses on managing ECAD tools, libraries, databases, and design standards—ensuring that design teams have efficient, reliable systems. You'll also provide guidance on best practices, troubleshoot design issues, and contribute to continuous improvement of design processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support ECAD tools, software, and databases (Cadence, Altium, or similar)

• Maintain and develop component libraries and symbol/footprint databases

• Support design teams with technical guidance, troubleshooting, and tool optimization

• Develop and maintain design standards, guidelines, and best practices

• Assist with design review processes and provide feedback on design quality

• Collaborate with IT and vendors to ensure tools are updated and functioning optimally

• Document processes and best practices for design teams

• Train users on design tools and standards

What We Are Looking For

You will have:

• At least 3 years of experience supporting ECAD tools and design teams (Cadence, Altium, or similar)

• Strong knowledge of electronics design workflows and best practices

• Experience with component libraries, symbols, and footprints

• Understanding of PCB design principles and standards

• Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills

• Excellent communication and training abilities

• Experience in aerospace or defense electronics is a plus

• A proactive mindset and a commitment to contributing to our mission

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits

• Opportunity to work on the world's largest commercial SAR satellite constellation

• Collaborative and dynamic working environment

• Learning and development opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements (Hybrid)

• Relocation support if needed

• In the Helsinki area: occupational healthcare

• A benefit budget to spend as you wish (for example, on sports, transport, wellness, etc.)

• Fun and impactful work contributing to global security and safety

Next Steps

If you are interested in this role, apply through this link. Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and get in touch with you shortly.