Lead Electrical Engineer Jobs
Listed on 2026-08-16
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineer, Test Engineer
Job Title
Electrical Engineer
Job DescriptionR
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Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. The Electrical Systems Department is a design-focused group specializing in advanced hardware products. The individual selected for this position will be an electrical engineer with project engineering, design engineering, and production skillsets. The individual must be a self-starter with experience working with inter-disciplinary teams to solve challenging technical problems.
The engineer will work closely with hardware integrated into a diverse range of aerospace and military systems including manned/unmanned ground/air vehicles, missiles, radars, and space systems. The selected candidate will be expected to execute in a fast-paced, small team environment through all phases of the hardware life cycle from conceptual development and detailed design through manufacturing, qualification testing, and post-delivery support.
With a product focus, the individual is also expected to actively partner with other engineers, project managers, technicians, and customers to develop solutions that adhere to a diverse set of requirements. The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.
provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions.
ResponsibilitiesCollaborating with cross-functional teams (electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, systems, software, etc.) to transition low-rate initial production LRUs to full-scale production
Serving as IPT Lead, coordinating between System IPT and Production IPT to ensure seamless integration as LRUs transition from production/test line to system installation
Leading and providing technical direction to a team of engineers throughout all phases of the product lifecycle
Translating low-level engineering tasks into program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) deliverables
Ensuring engineering tasks are completed on time or ahead of schedule to support production and manufacturing requirements
Reviewing designs and test data and providing direction/feedback to other engineers
Overseeing the development and integration of Special Test Equipment (STE) into a production environment
Contributing to proposals by providing estimates and written artifacts
Managing obsolescence of electrical components throughout product life cycle
Supporting validation & verification testing and assembling compliance artifacts
Facilitating the closure of test failures and non-conformances with engineering staff and manufacturing
Resolving defects and errors identified during manufacturing processes
Supporting test and troubleshooting of RF, digital, and power electronics
Leading Failure Review and Corrective Action committees for critical component failures
Presenting to program leadership and customers in weekly meetings, quarterly IPRs, and CDRs
Integrating LRUs into larger systems by collaborating with system design teams on design updates
Coordinating with line management and program management to identify staffing opportunities and accelerate schedules
QualificationsCandidate must possess a Bachelor's of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited institution.
Candidate must have at least twelve (12) years of experience in the design and test of electronics or ten (10) years with MS degree.
Candidate must demonstrate experience in the design, test, and manufacture of analog/mixed-signal PCBs or integrated RF/microwave assemblies.
Candidate must have demonstrated experience leading engineering teams through production transitions from LRIP to full-rate production
Candidate must demonstrate proficiency in engineering leadership and team management
Candidate must have hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods including use of network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc.
Position requires candidates to be capable of performing in a collaborative engineering environment working closely with multi-disciplinary teams.
Candidate must have demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment.
Candidate must be a resident of the North…
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