Principal Electrical Engineer

V2X Inc invites applications for the Principal Electrical Engineer role. The position supports a critical product sustainment program by troubleshooting returned hardware, establishing replacement part requirements, conducting trade studies, leading functional test efforts, and collaborating with program leads on technical sustenance initiatives.

• Perform hands‑on troubleshooting of customer hardware, which may include travel to field sites.
• Lead engineering support for product sustainment, including establishment of requirements for obsolete subsystems.
• Conduct trade studies and source/ design replacement parts for near‑obsolescent items.
• Manage functional test activities to ensure quality new‑item use.
• Document technical specifications, modification drawings, test plans, and test reports.
• Collaborate with manufacturing personnel during build and repair activities.
• Participate in test equipment updates, modifications, and government certification processes.

• Six or more years of senior electrical engineering experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of RF design principles and analog/digital signal processing.
• Experience with MIL‑STD‑1760, MIL‑STD‑1553, RS‑170 interfaces and related power supplies.
• Proficiency in schematic capture, simulation, and FPGA HDL design.
• Skilled in documenting functional specifications and integration test plans.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with ethical work values.
• United States citizenship and eligibility to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

• Defense program management or Integrated Product Team experience.
• Experience planning Enterprise Capability Plans and DoD IRAD/CRAD programs.
• Prior exposure to weapon systems or special mission military platforms.
• Current Secret clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field.
• Eight or more years of related work experience; a Master’s degree is preferred.

A current or attainable Secret clearance is required for this position.

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and development resources
• Employee assistance resources

• Senior level – Mid‑Senior
• Full‑time employment
• Engineering and Information Technology – Defense and Space Manufacturing
• Location:
  
  Indianapolis, IN
• Salary range: $125,000 – $145,000 annually