Electrical/Electronic Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to join a dynamic team dedicated to developing advanced maritime technologies. This role involves collaborating with skilled professionals to design, integrate, and test cutting-edge electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in circuit design and PCB fabrication, along with the ability to analyze data and communicate findings effectively. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to next-generation maritime capabilities, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in custom circuit card design and integration.
• Strong technical writing skills for reports and briefings.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a team to design and test electrical components.
• Verify performance requirements at component and system levels.

Skills

Analog and digital circuit design

PCB design

Low-power microcontrollers (C/C++)

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Oscilloscopes

Signal analyzers

Multimeters

Signal generators

Job description

Job Description

Description

Leidos Maritime System Solutions (MSS) is seeking an experienced electrical engineer (EE) to work as part of a system development team to research, design, develop, and test advanced technologies for next-generation maritime capabilities.

The Leidos engineers are key performers within an experienced Government-Industry team in a fast-paced, accomplishment-oriented work environment. Work will be performed predominantly in San Diego, CA at the Naval Information Warfare Center, collaborating with other on-site team members and engineers located at various Government, industry, and Leidos facilities.

Most at-sea testing will be conducted in San Diego, with limited travel needed to collaborate with offsite team members and support testing and operations outside San Diego.

This position requires the candidate to obtain and hold a Top Secret Clearance.

Primary Responsibilities

Work collaboratively within an experienced system development team to provide technical expertise in designing, developing, integrating, and testing electrical components and subsystems. All efforts are performed within a system context, responding to relevant performance and interface requirements. Team members also consider cost and schedule constraints during development. The process concludes with verification of performance requirements at the component, subsystem, and system levels.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance.
• Knowledge and experience with:

• Analog and digital circuit design, including PCB design, layout, fabrication, documentation, and testing.
• PCB fabrication and assembly techniques.
• Circuit test tools such as oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, multimeters, and signal generators.
• Low-power microcontrollers using C/C++ programming.
• Programmable Logic Devices (CPLD & FPGA).

Experience working in teams to develop solutions, deliver products, and evaluate performance. Ability to analyze experimental data to inform design modifications. Strong technical writing skills for reports and briefings.

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Altium Designer.
• Experience with VHLD.
• Current Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience in custom circuit card design, integration, and testing.
• Self-starter attitude, capable of identifying challenges, collaborating on solutions, and working independently as needed.
• Ability to adopt a system-of-systems approach to requirements and produce reliable, robust designs.
• Experience conducting laboratory and at-sea testing and evaluation.

Original Posting: May 7, 2025

For U.S. Positions: The job is expected to remain open for at least 3 days, with an anticipated close date no earlier than 3 days after the posting date.

Pay Range: $67,600.00 - $122,200.00

Note: The pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Factors influencing compensation include responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, bargaining agreements, or legal requirements.