Electrical Engineer - Hands-On Prototyping & R&D

Sara INC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) match

Job summary

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) in Colorado Springs is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the High Power Electromagnetics Division.

You will design and prototype electrical and electromechanical systems, work with sensors, actuators, and open-source solutions, and drive concepts to working prototypes for DoD/DoE programs. The role emphasizes hands-on design, CAD and fabrication, rigorous testing, and documenting results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• 1–5 years of relevant engineering experience including internships or hands-on projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits and components.
• Hands-on experience with test equipment, soldering, and fabrication tools.
• Familiarity with CAD, 3D printing, microcontrollers, or similar prototyping tech.
• Willingness to learn new skills and work beyond traditional EE duties.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to develop solutions from concept to working prototypes.
• Support R&D through experimentation, prototyping, testing, and demonstrations.
• Build, modify, and troubleshoot electrical circuits and electromechanical systems.
• Develop mechanical prototypes using CAD, 3D printing, and fabrication tools.
• Explore new technologies and open-source solutions.
• Test and refine prototypes and document results.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Hands-on prototyping

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD

3D printing

Soldering

Job description

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) in Colorado Springs is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the High Power Electromagnetics Division.

You will design and prototype electrical and electromechanical systems, work with sensors, actuators, and open-source solutions, and drive concepts to working prototypes for DoD/DoE programs. The role emphasizes hands-on design, CAD and fabrication, rigorous testing, and documenting results.