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Electrical Engineer IV Command and Data Handling Clearance Required

Job in Louisville, Boulder County, Colorado, 80028, USA
Listing for: Sierra Space
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-08
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Test Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 137443 - 188983 USD Yearly USD 137443.00 188983.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Electrical Engineer IV - (Command and Data Handling) Clearance Required

About the Role

The Sr. Electrical Engineer role involves leading the design, development, modification, and evaluation of highly complex electrical components and systems. This senior-level position is suited for professionals with extensive experience and specialized expertise in areas such as power systems, control systems, EWIS, CD&H, or similar fields. Responsibilities include working on advanced projects, collaborating with a diverse team of engineers and technicians, and contributing to the development of innovative solutions.

The role also involves mentoring less experienced engineers and technicians, acting as the technical lead for specialized projects, and staying updated with the latest advancements in electrical engineering.

In this role, you will lead the design and development of highly complex electrical components and systems, while modifying and evaluating existing electrical systems and components to improve performance and efficiency. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure electrical designs meet project requirements and standards, conduct tests and simulations to validate the performance of electrical systems and components, and document design processes, test results, and modifications for future reference.

Providing advanced technical support and troubleshooting assistance for electrical systems and components will be a key responsibility, as will staying updated with the latest advancements in electrical engineering and applying new knowledge to ongoing projects. You will participate in team meetings and contribute to project planning and progress discussions, while mentoring and providing guidance to less experienced engineers. Additionally, you will act as the technical lead for specialized projects, ensuring successful project execution and maintaining technical excellence throughout.

About

You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space‑based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower — to join us in this critical mission.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +6 yrs experience).
  • Typically 8+ years of related experience.
  • Specialized expertise in a particular area (e.g., power systems, control systems, EWIS, CD&H, etc).
  • In‑depth knowledge of relevant industry standards.
  • Advanced knowledge of electrical and avionic systems architectures and their design.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and solve more complex problems.
  • Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced engineers.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision on projects involving both small and large engineering teams.
  • Knowledge of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation.
  • Knowledge of systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principles.
  • Experience performing trade studies to support subsystem architecture decisions.
  • An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance is required
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience serving as a Responsible Engineer (RE), driving hardware through its lifecycle, including development, qualification, integration & Test, Verification & Validation, and certification.
  • Highly proficient in electrical design software such as Capital, AutoCAD Electrical, Altium Designer, or similar tools.
  • Experience with simulation software like SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, Hyperlynx or similar.
  • Expertise in PCB design and layout.
  • Advanced understanding of power electronics and control systems.
  • Extensive experience with microcontrollers, embedded systems or FPGA design.
  • Ability to perform advanced circuit analysis and troubleshooting using tools like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers.
  • Highly proficient in programming languages such as C/C++ or Python for embedded systems development.
  • Proven experience in project management and the ability to lead large and complex…
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