Electrical Engineer

Tuskegee University; Tuskegee (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuskegee University is posting an Electrical Engineer position to support NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center. The role involves designing, testing, and integrating electrical systems for spaceflight hardware and ground support equipment.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years in electrical design or systems integration, and proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or Altium Designer. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 2+ years of experience in electrical design, testing, or systems integration (aerospace or defense preferred)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical, Altium Designer, or similar tools
• Strong understanding of circuit design, power systems, and signal integrity
• Must be a US citizen
• Preferred experience with NASA programs

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and test electrical systems for aerospace applications
• Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface control documents
• Support integration of electrical components with mechanical and software systems
• Conduct troubleshooting and failure analysis of electrical hardware
• Ensure compliance with NASA standards, safety protocols, and quality assurance requirement
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support mission objectives
• Participate in lab operations, environmental testing, and flight certification processes

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Problem solving

Communication skills

EMI EMC knowledge

Reliability engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Altium Designer

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application


• Resume/CV


• Copies of unofficial transcripts.


• Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

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Position Information

Position Title

Electrical Engineer

Status

Full Time

Job Summary

NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center is seeking a skilled and innovative Electrical Engineer to support the development, testing, and integration of electrical systems for spaceflight hardware and ground support equipment. This role is critical to advancing NASA’s mission in propulsion, space systems, and exploration technologies. You’ll work alongside world‑class engineers and scientists to design solutions that power the future of space travel.

• Design, analyze, and test electrical systems for aerospace applications


• Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface control documents


• Support integration of electrical components with mechanical and software systems


• Conduct troubleshooting and failure analysis of electrical hardware


• Ensure compliance with NASA standards, safety protocols, and quality assurance requirement


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support mission objectives


• Participate in lab operations, environmental testing, and flight certification processes

Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution in Electrical Engineering, or related field


• 2+ years of experience in electrical design, testing, or systems integration (aerospace or defense experience preferred)


• Proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, Altium Designer, or similar platforms


• Strong understanding of circuit design, power systems, and signal integrity


• Must be a US citizen


• Preferred experience with NASA programs, spaceflight hardware, or propulsion systems

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate standard office equipment


• Ability to walk short distances


• Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items


• Ability to view a computer terminal

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills


• Knowledge of EMI / EMC standards and mitigation techniques


• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), embedded systems, or FPGA development


• Understanding of reliability engineering and fault tolerance in aerospace environments

Posting Number

Posting Number S942

Will this position required travel?

Yes

Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?

No

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?

No

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 11/13/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application


• Resume/CV


• Copies of unofficial transcripts.


• Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution in Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field?
  
  
  
  • Yes
  
  
  • No
  
  
  
  


• * How many years of experience do you have in electrical design, testing, or systems integration?
  
  
  
  • 0 to 2 years
  
  
  • 2 years
  
  
  • 2 to 4 years
  
  
  • 4 years or more
  
  
  
  


• * Describe your proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, Altium Designer, or similar platforms.
  

  (Open Ended Question)

  
  

• Yes


• No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume


• Transcript 1

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter