Electrical Engineer with Security Clearance

Akima Infrastructure Services; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Mission Optimization (AMO) seeks an Electrical Engineer / Systems Engineer to design, integrate, and oversee electrical subsystems for defense programs. You will develop wiring diagrams, evaluate power cables and connectors, and provide system-level technical expertise throughout the lifecycle.

This onsite role requires a SECRET clearance, collaboration across disciplines, and leadership in requirements analysis, testing, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an ABET-accredited Engineering discipline with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Directly relevant experience working in close collaboration / team environments.

Responsibilities

• Researches, develops, designs, tests, and evaluates electrical components, equipment and systems across the lifecycle of the project.
• Designs fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, and determines methods, procedures, and conditions for testing products.
• Develop, update, and review block wiring diagrams and system-level electrical schematics.
• Design and evaluate power cables, connectors, harnesses, and related interface hardware.
• Review, validate, and approve cable drawings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integration readiness.
• Support systems engineering activities including requirements analysis, interface definition, and configuration management.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless electrical integration.
• Troubleshoot electrical interfaces, perform continuity and power assessments, and identify design improvements.
• Participate in design reviews, SETA activities, risk assessments, and technical interchange meetings.
• Develop technical documentation, test procedures, wiring plans, and engineering reports.
• Support system installation, integration, and verification activities in lab and field environments.
• Demonstrate effective stakeholder management skills and maintain seamless communication feedback loops.

Skills

Teamwork

Security clearance

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Visio

Zuken

Job description

The Electrical Engineer / Systems Engineer will support the design, integration, and oversight of electrical subsystems within a defense environment. The engineer will develop and review block wiring diagrams, design and evaluate power cables and connectors, approve cable drawings, and provide system-level technical expertise throughout the engineering lifecycle. This role requires strong experience in electrical integration, configuration management, and ensuring that electrical designs meet program requirements and industry standards. This position is suited for an engineer with proven hands-on experience supporting complex systems and cross-discipline collaboration. Security Requirements Access to classified information at the SECRET level is required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain and maintain a favorable SECRET clearance through DCSA. Continued employment is contingent on the clearance being granted and maintained. This is an onsite position that requires the candidate to live within commuting distance of North Charleston, SC.

Responsibilities

Researches, develops, designs, tests, and evaluates electrical components, equipment and systems across the lifecycle of the project.

• Designs fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, and determines methods, procedures, and conditions for testing products.
• Develop, update, and review block wiring diagrams and system-level electrical schematics.
• Design and evaluate power cables, connectors, harnesses, and related interface hardware.
• Review, validate, and approve cable drawings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integration readiness.
• Support systems engineering activities including requirements analysis, interface definition, and configuration management.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless electrical integration.
• Troubleshoot electrical interfaces, perform continuity and power assessments, and identify design improvements.
• Participate in design reviews, SETA activities, risk assessments, and technical interchange meetings.
• Develop technical documentation, test procedures, wiring plans, and engineering reports.
• Support system installation, integration, and verification activities in lab and field environments.
• Demonstrate effective stakeholder management skills and maintain seamless communication feedback loops.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in an ABET-accredited Engineering discipline with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Directly relevant experience working in close collaboration / team environments.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience designing or integrating electrical systems for defense, C2, or Counter-UAS platforms.
• Proficiency with electrical design tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, Visio, Zuken, or other similar methods.
• Demonstrated experience with cable routing, harnessing, connector selection, grounding, and power distribution.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD electrical requirements and environmental considerations.
• Experience participating in SETA activities or government program engineering support.
• Proven ability to interpret system-level diagrams and translate them into detailed electrical designs.
• Strong documentation, communication, and technical review skills.
• Experience working in classified or government engineering environments.

Any clearance requirements for this position are established by the government contract.

Job ID 2026-26714

Work Type On-Site

Company Description Work Where it Matters Akima Mission Optimization (AMO), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At AMO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. For our shareholders, AMO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. For our government customers, AMO delivers innovative administrative support services that streamline operations, and enhance productivity. As an AMO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.