Electronics Engineer (Multiple Levels) - 29877

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Mission Technologies invites applications for an Electronics Engineer (various levels) in Alexandria, VA. You will develop specialized hardware from embedded boards to COTS integration for intelligence community and military customers.

You will work across motion control, high-speed data, RF, and PCB development, contributing to mission-critical systems while advancing your technical leadership and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess at a minimum an active US Secret clearance.
• Hands-on experience in schematic capture (Altium Designer or equivalent E-CAD tools) and PCB layout.
• Ability to interpret electrical documentation, including schematics, data sheets, one-lines, and cable drawings.
• Proficiency with standard electrical test equipment (DMM, oscilloscope, power supplies, electronic loads, etc.).
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, firmware, and cabling.
• Solid understanding of core circuit design concepts including first-order circuits, DC-DC converters, component selection, and analog filtering.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver advanced hardware solutions for Intelligence Community and Department of War projects.
• Lead PCB design, cable harnessing, and electrical system architecture across diverse platforms.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to meet schedule, cost, and performance goals.

Skills

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Electrical documentation

Test equipment

Hardware troubleshooting

Analog/digital design

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

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Requisition Number:29877

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$85,102.00-$185,051.00

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People - Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships - Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership - Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency - Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

Join a team where innovation isn’t just encouraged—it’s expected.

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is hiring an Electronics Engineer (various levels) for our Alexandria, VA location. You’ll help drive the creation of specialized hardware devices and systems that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Your work will span a wide landscape of technical challenges, from embedded board-level design to integrating complex COTS components into industrial-grade systems in support of Intelligence Community and Department of War customers.

No two days look the same. You’ll dive into motion control, robotics, high-speed data pathways, high-power infrastructure, sensor fusion, microelectronics, PCB development, RF amplification, and cutting-edge communications technologies. If you love variety, problem‑solving, and building systems that matter, this role will keep you engaged and growing.

Expected Salary Ranges:

• Level 2: $85,102 - $121,573
• Level 3: $104,336 - $149,052
• Level 4: $129,536 - $185,051

As part of a tight-knit engineering team, you’ll design and deliver advanced solutions supporting Intelligence Community and Department of War customers. You’ll bring your experience in PCB design, cable harnessing, and electrical system architecture to life across projects ranging from precision microelectronics to powerful industrial systems.

Success in this role means being adaptable, communicating clearly, and bringing a high degree of initiative to every challenge. You’ll work across multiple technical domains, helping shape mission‑driven solutions backed by solid engineering principles and smart execution.

Minimum Qualifications

Levels:

• Level 2: 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
• Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years experience with Masters in related field; or 0 years in experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Level 4: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years experience with Masters in related field; or 4 years in experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.

Technical Qualifications:

• Must possess at a minimum an active US Secret clearance
• Hands‑on experience in schematic capture (Altium Designer or equivalent E-CAD tools) and printed circuit board (PCB) layout

Ability to interpret electrical documentation, including schematics, data sheets, one-lines, and cable drawings

Proficiency with standard electrical test equipment (DMM, oscilloscope, power supplies, electronic loads, etc.)

Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, firmware, and cabling

Solid understanding of core circuit design concepts including first-order circuits, DC-DC converters, component selection, and analog filtering

Preferred Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Proven ability to operate independently with minimal guidance
• Experience in hardware programming (Python, VHDL, C/C++, etc.)
• Design experience across mixed analog/digital systems - microcontrollers, FPGAs, converters, sensors, and more
• Hands‑on assembly experience, including soldering
• Comfortable working on compressed timelines (QRC)
• Familiarity with electrical industry regulations, standards, and best practices
• Experience with low-volume design for manufacturing (DFM)

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but is not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. We look forward to meeting you.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.