Job Summary – Staff Electronics Engineer, ISR
- Role: Technical owner and hands-on contributor for full lifecycle of aircraft and launcher electrical systems (design, integration, troubleshooting, testing, data analysis)
- Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (C2H) or Direct Hire
- Location: Irvine, CA (On-site)
- Key Responsibilities:
- Lead full PCB design cycle (requirements, schematic, component selection, layout, bring-up, verification, testing)
- Design, develop, integrate, and debug avionics systems and subsystems
- Create system interconnect diagrams and wire harnesses
- Update designs for product improvements, obsolescence, or requirements changes
- Conduct peer and cross-disciplinary design reviews
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams for new product development and deployment
- Mentor engineers and promote sound engineering practices
- Focus Area: Advanced UAS and ISR aerospace platform development
- Required Experience & Skills:
- 10+ years in electronics engineering
- Strong background in complex PCB/circuit design, bring-up, signal/power integrity, and system integration
- Deep understanding of analog/digital/mixed-signal/RF circuits
- Proficient with electronic test equipment and CAD tools (e.g., Altium)
- Excellent problem-solving, planning, communication, and interpersonal abilities
- Preferred Experience:
- Electronics design for robotic/aircraft systems, microcontrollers, serial/high-speed interfaces, firmware/software integration
- UAS/UAV experience, small-team R&D environments, familiarity with MIL-Spec hardware
- Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related technical field
- Security Clearance: Not required
- Travel: Minimal (occasional, approx. once per quarter)
- Physical Requirements: Able to stoop, stand, climb, lift up to 25 lbs, move between worksites
- Export Control: Must meet U.S. export control/ITAR requirements
- Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
- Compensation: $170,000 – $210,000/year + annual bonus (based on experience/qualifications)
- Benefits: Comprehensive package (medical, dental, vision, life/disability insurance, PTO, holidays, 401k with match, wellness benefits)
- Equal Opportunity: All qualified applicants considered regardless of protected characteristics