Electrical Engineer

Saab, Inc.; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 121,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Job summary

Saab, Inc. seeks an Electrical Engineer in Quincy, MA, providing support for AUV/ROV systems. Candidates must have a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience.

This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and requires strong problem-solving skills and proficiency with tools like Altium. The position offers a competitive salary range of $97,000 to $121,300, along with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Ability to obtain U.S. DoD SECRET security clearance.
• Experience with underwater vehicles and devices.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support and guidance for AUV/ROV systems.
• Interface with Systems, Software, Mechanical, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
• Support functional analysis, evaluation, and optimization of designs.

Skills

Electrical engineering support

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Proficiency with design tools

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

SPICE

MATLAB

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support and guidance for AUV/ROV systems and present technical concepts regarding product design and performance.
• Interface with Systems, Software, Mechanical, Quality, and Manufacturing teams as part of a multidisciplinary design effort.
• Technically execute research and development of new circuit card designs and electromechanical assemblies.
• Support functional analysis, evaluation, and optimization of product designs.
• Present technical results and content to internal and external customers, adapting the presentation to the audience.
• Provide technical support to key subcontractors and suppliers.
• Create and maintain power and endurance budgets throughout development phases.
• Supply technical support for manufacturing‑related matters.
• Perform design verification efforts.
• Support cost/benefit trade‑off analysis and feasibility studies.
• Assist in electrical failure analysis of hardware.
• Contribute to system‑level design considerations and trade‑offs involving multiple disciplines.

Compensation

Range: $97,000 – $121,300.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of experience or Master of Science in Electrical Engineering with 1+ years of experience.
• Proficiency with industry standard design tools (Altium, SPICE, MATLAB).
• Experience in product development with underwater vehicles and devices.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to resolve issues during design, development, and execution.
• Excellent interpersonal and group communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Knowledge of Earned Value (EV) concepts.
• Must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD SECRET security clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 15% (both international and domestic).
• Ability to understand requirements traceability in a model‑based systems engineering environment.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Desired Experience and Skills

• Prior DoD industry experience.
• Experience designing and testing electronics in wet and subsea environments.
• Familiarity with Mil Standards, ruggedized equipment design, and environmental test requirements.
• Knowledge of printed circuit board (PCB) design and reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and component data sheets.
• Experience with Altium, SPICE, and MATLAB for electrical systems.
• Ability to derate components and design for reliability.

Citizenship Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug‑Free Workplace

Saab complies with all federal policies to maintain a drug‑free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance.
• Wellness and employee assistance resources.
• Employee stock purchase opportunities.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.