Junior Electrical System Design Engineer

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 69,550 - 125,725; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company in Huntsville, AL seeks an Electrical System Design Engineer to oversee system-level architecture and design. You will create technical documentation and support different integration activities. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have at least 2 years of relevant experience. A commitment to effective teamwork and problem-solving is crucial. A competitive pay range of $69,550 to $125,725 is offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in hardware system design and test.
• Proficiency in interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with hands-on laboratory instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• System level electrical architecture and design.
• Create block diagrams and electrical system requirements.
• Support system level integration activities.

Skills

Technical problem solving

Collaborative teamwork

Effective communication

Interpreting schematics

Cable design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Electrical System Design Engineer

Location: Huntsville, AL (North Alabama area)

Primary Responsibilities

• System level electrical architecture and design
• Creation of block diagrams, electrical system requirements, cable specifications, and cable drawings
• Component selection and derating activities
• New hardware design verification testing
• Support system level integration activities

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET‑accredited institution.
• 2+ years of experience in hardware system design and test from architecture through implementation, or an MS degree.
• Experience with technical problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Ability to collaborate in a multi‑disciplinary engineering environment.
• Effective communication skills within a team setting.
• Proficiency in interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and system block diagrams.
• Experience with cable design.
• Understanding of fundamental circuits and components.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods.
• Self‑starter capable of working independently.
• Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to Huntsville, AL.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading small to mid‑sized technical teams.
• Familiarity with IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 class 3 and IPC J‑STD‑001 Standards.
• Electrical design for military hardware or aerospace systems.
• Experience supporting cable production.
• Experience with high power applications.

Pay Range: $69,550.00 – $125,725.00

Original Posting: April 16, 2026

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.