About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. Strong understanding of component ratings, environmental and performance limitations, radiation impacts, grounding and shielding methods, electromagnetic compatibility, and thermal effects.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Washington, DC
Salary
$150,000–$175,000 Per Year
Description
Position Title: Senior Electrical Engineer
Position Description: Protingent has an exciting direct hire opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer with our client in Washington, DC.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsible for the design, analysis, fabrication, testing, and integration of electrical systems for both ground support equipment and flight hardware.
Develop analog and digital circuitry to support measurement, control, and instrumentation functions for thermal and electromechanical systems.
Work across the full lifecycle of power systems, including battery technology selection, system sizing, packaging, and testing for a variety of chemistries and mission environments.
Job Qualifications:
Minimum of 8 years of experience in the design, analysis, fabrication, testing, and integration of electrical systems for ground support and flight systems.
Experience designing, analyzing, and testing analog and digital circuitry for thermal, electromechanical, control, and instrumentation systems.
Expertise in the sizing, technology selection, packaging, and testing of power systems, including batteries of various chemistries.
Strong understanding of component ratings, environmental and performance limitations, radiation impacts, grounding and shielding methods, electromagnetic compatibility, and thermal effects.
Proficiency with electronics design and simulation tools such as OrCAD, PSpice, ELECTRO, and MAGNETO.
Skilled in the use of electronic instrumentation and test equipment.
Experience with government procurement practices, regulations, and compliance requirements is a plus.
Job Details:
Job Type: Direct Hire
Location: Washington, DC.
Salary Range: $150K-$175K
US Citizen and Active Secret clearance required with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.