Lead Electrical Architect, Electro-Optical Space Systems

Fibertek Inc; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Fibertek Inc. is looking for a Principal Electrical Systems Engineer in Herndon, VA to lead the development of advanced electro-optical systems for NASA and DoD missions. This role will focus on electrical architecture, guiding programs from concept through deployment while mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in aerospace systems, a BSEE or MSEE, and a strong background in integrating and testing high-reliability electronics. Comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or spaceflight systems.
• Experience leading technical teams and providing guidance on electrical architecture.
• Ability to troubleshoot and qualify high-reliability electronics.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical architecture and design for complex electro-optical systems.
• Define system-level electrical requirements and verification strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers and facilitate integration activities.

Skills

Electrical architecture design

Integration and testing

Mentoring engineers

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

BSEE required; MSEE preferred

Tools

Power systems

Control electronics

Data acquisition systems

Mixed-signal systems

Job description

Fibertek Inc. is looking for a Principal Electrical Systems Engineer in Herndon, VA to lead the development of advanced electro-optical systems for NASA and DoD missions. This role will focus on electrical architecture, guiding programs from concept through deployment while mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in aerospace systems, a BSEE or MSEE, and a strong background in integrating and testing high-reliability electronics. Comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work environment are offered.