Advanced Electrical Engineer II; Special Test Equipment

Job Title:
Advanced Electrical Engineer II (Special Test Equipment)

Location:
Scottsdale, AZ or Remore/Hybrid

Employment Type:
Contract to Direct

Compensation: $72.79

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking an Advanced Electrical Engineer II to join the Special Test Equipment (STE) Team supporting advanced Space Systems programs. In this role, you'll contribute to the design, development, integration, testing, and deployment of sophisticated electrical test systems used to support spacecraft development, verification, and mission-critical technologies.

• Work on cutting-edge space and national security programs.
• Collaborate with highly talented electrical, systems, software, and test engineers.
• Participate in research-driven projects involving advanced technologies and innovative engineering solutions.
• Gain exposure to the full engineering lifecycle, from concept development through testing and deployment.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a culture focused on continuous learning and professional growth.

This position offers the opportunity to help design and support advanced Special Test Equipment used for spacecraft and defense-related systems. You'll play a critical role in developing innovative electrical solutions that enable verification, testing, and performance validation of complex hardware supporting some of the nation's most advanced programs.

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• Design, develop, integrate, and support Special Test Equipment (STE) for advanced space and defense programs.
• Create electrical designs, schematics, and supporting documentation for test systems and hardware interfaces.
• Perform mixed-signal circuit analysis, troubleshooting, validation, and verification activities.
• Support component selection, system integration, and hardware qualification efforts.
• Conduct electrical testing, performance analysis, and root-cause investigations.
• Read and interpret circuit card schematics and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems, software, hardware, manufacturing, and test engineering.
• Support prototype builds, laboratory testing, and engineering development activities.
• Participate in research and development efforts focused on emerging technologies and innovative test solutions.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, electronics development, test engineering, or related technical fields.
• 3+ years of experience using electrical CAD tools and circuit design software.
• 3+ years of experience performing mixed-signal circuit analysis, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting schematics, drawings, and engineering documentation.

• Experience supporting hardware integration, system testing, and electrical verification activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience designing and supporting Special Test Equipment (STE) or Automated Test Equipment (ATE).
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving…