Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Company Information:

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd.

(NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit:  or follow us onYouTube .

Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America’s Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day.

As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of the networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm's way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely.

The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact!

Job Overview:

This position is for an Electronics Design Engineer who will work in the Electrical Engineering group and report to the Electrical Engineering Manager. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of electronic design, power supply design, analog circuitry, embedded systems, etc.

Responsibilities will include the layout of new or existing PWB/PCB designs, debug and testing of new designs, component design, starting from the product concept to breadboard proof of circuitry, to prototypes and production release.

Work includes preparation of project proposals; circuit design and analysis; PC board layout concept & requirements; mechanical design supervision and concept formulation; stress and reliability analysis of circuitry; component specification, de-rating and selection; cost analysis; and preparation of product documentation.

The individual will be responsible for the design of new products and the upgrading of existing products to reduce cost, add features, improve performance & reliability, and to incorporate embedded technology in those designs. Experience with SPICE and design software (Cadence, Mentor Graphics, or Altium), circuit miniaturization, and high voltage technology are highly preferred.

This position requires strong communication skills (verbal and written) delivered in a timely manner and may include daily interaction with engineers at other Elbit locations. The candidate may be required to prepare and maintain project schedules, and to support the activities of electronics technicians and interns. The individual will be expected to work in a hands‑on manner and working as a team or individual contributor.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop electronic controls for the next‑generation Elbit America products
• Develop schematics and PCB layouts in compliance with the specifications (Cadence, Mentor Graphics and/or Altium)
• Develop and maintain the electronics project schedule, evaluation/test plan, electronics build plan, and Electronics Parts tracker, including cost data.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in the Lean development process
• Develop and maintain comprehensive hardware requirement specifications for the controls
• Use Six Sigma and reliability engineering methodology to prove and implement the new designs
• Complete reliability…