External Job Posting Title Entry-Level Electrical Engineer

Peraton; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton Labs is seeking a highly analytical Junior Electrical Engineer in Aberdeen, MD. You will map electrical designs, analyze signals, and quantify RF characteristics to explain device operation. The role combines hands-on lab work with reporting for customers, requiring clear technical communication.

Requirements include a B.S. in EE or related, TS/SCI eligibility, and experience with lab equipment. You will collaborate with engineers and stay abreast of evolving electronic technologies.

Qualifications

• US citizen with active Top-Secret clearance or ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field; no postgraduate experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics.
• Solid understanding of electronic components and circuits.
• Hands-on benchtop equipment experience (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators).
• Foundational understanding of RF communications.
• Familiarity with SPI, I2C, UART protocols.
• Capable of basic RF measurements (e.g., occupied bandwidth, average power).
• Ability to write complex technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Characterize and document electronic systems: research circuit components, create detailed schematics and perform lab tests.
• Analyze communication bus protocols: SPI, I2C, UART data flow.
• Characterize RF signals: measure RF parameters such as modulation schemes, frequencies, bandwidth, power.
• Decode modulation: analyze and decode different RF modulation types.
• Contribute to technical reports: integrate characterization data into reports and briefings for customers.
• Research emerging technologies and stay current with new techniques.
• Collaborate with experts to tackle challenging problems and find solutions.

Skills

Electrical schematics interpretation

RF fundamentals

Technical reporting

Laboratory measurement techniques

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton Labs is looking for a highly analytical and detail oriented Junior Electrical Engineer to join our team. This entry-level position is perfect for a recent graduate who thrives on uncovering the intricate workings of electronic devices. You will play a crucial role in meticulously mapping out electrical designs, analyzing communication signals, and quantifying RF characteristics to explain how devices operate. This role demands a curious mind, a meticulous approach, and the ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, comprehensive reports for our customers.

• Characterize and document electronic systems: Research circuit components, create detailed schematics and perform laboratory environment time and frequency domain tests and measurements to understand circuit functions and device operational purpose.
• Analyze communication bus protocols: Work with various digital communication protocols like SPI, I2C, and UART to understand data flow within devices.
• Characterize RF signals: Measure and analyze radio frequency (RF) signals from electronic devices to identify physical layer characteristics such as basic modulation schemes, operating frequencies, occupied bandwidths, transmission power, etc.
• Decode modulation: Support the analysis and decoding of different RF modulation types to extract data and understand signal encoding.
• Contribute to technical reports: Integrate device characterization data and analysis summaries into coherent and comprehensive reports and briefings for customers.
• Research emerging technologies: Stay current with new electronic technologies and analytical techniques.
• Collaborate with experts: Work alongside skilled engineers and subject matter experts to tackle challenging problems and find solutions.

Qualifications

Required:

• US citizen with active Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field; no postgraduate experience is required
• Proficiency in interpreting and understanding electronic schematics
• Solid understanding of electronic components and their functions, with an emphasis on analyzing electronic circuits
• Hands‑on experience using laboratory benchtop equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators, from academic projects or internships
• A foundational understanding of RF communications
• Academic or project-based experience with communication bus protocols such as SPI, I2C, and UART
• Capable of performing basic RF measurements (e.g., occupied bandwidth, average power) using standard test equipment
• Capable of writing complex technical reports

Desired:

• ABET BSE in Electrical Engineering
• Familiarity with IED and/or UXS techniques, tactics, and procedures (TTP)
• Understanding of programming languages

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.