Electrical Engineer II — PNT RF Systems and Field Support

Star3; Bloomington, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TRISTAR is seeking an Electrical Engineer II (Mid-level) with 2–5 years of experience to support design, development, testing, and sustainment of alternative Position Navigation and Timing (PNT) systems across the full product lifecycle. You will contribute to system design, integration, and field support in a collaborative, mission-focused environment, working with cross-functional teams including engineering, program management, and manufacturing.

Eligible candidates must be a U.S.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering principles, including circuit analysis, signal processing, and power systems.
• Experience developing and executing test plans and analyzing results.
• Ability to create and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware and software systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks to completion.
• Knowledge of RF system design, including wireless waveforms and antenna design.
• Familiarity with tactical waveform standards such as SRW, WNW, ANW2, SATURN, TSM-X, and MUOS.
• Exposure to networking concepts and protocols.
• Experience supporting full product lifecycle development (concept through deployment).
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of alternative PNT systems, utilizing RF signals of opportunity.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, including test case definition, environment setup, execution, analysis, and reporting.
• Create and maintain technical documentation such as electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system-level designs.
• Develop specifications and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for electronic components and equipment; support cost analysis and vendor evaluations.
• Assist in procurement activities, including managing component obsolescence and supporting supply chain considerations.
• Provide technical support for installation, integration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of fielded systems.
• Support system integration, validation, and deployment activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, program management, and manufacturing.
• Monitor system performance and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and capability.

Skills

Circuit analysis

Signal processing

Power systems

Test plans

Engineering documentation

RF system design

Antenna design

Communication skills

Independent work

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering

Job description

TRISTAR is seeking an Electrical Engineer II (Mid-level) with 2–5 years of experience to support design, development, testing, and sustainment of alternative Position Navigation and Timing (PNT) systems across the full product lifecycle. You will contribute to system design, integration, and field support in a collaborative, mission-focused environment, working with cross-functional teams including engineering, program management, and manufacturing.

Eligible candidates must be a U.S.