Lead Electrical R&D Engineer

SAAB; Bristol (RI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SAAB in the United States is seeking a Lead Electrical R&D Engineer to drive design, prototyping, and validation of advanced electrical and embedded systems for defense platforms.

You will own system architecture, circuit design, simulation, integration, and compliance with military and safety standards, while mentoring engineers and collaborating across systems, mechanical and software teams from concept through production.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in electrical R&D for defense or aerospace programs.
• Strong background in system architecture, circuit design, and verification.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor engineers.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD safety standards and embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, prototyping, and validation of electrical and embedded systems.
• Define system architecture and circuit designs.
• Perform simulations and integration with mechanical and software teams.
• Ensure compliance with military and safety standards and document deliverables.

Skills

System architecture

Circuit design

Simulation

Embedded systems

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

SAAB is seeking a Lead Electrical R&D Engineer for our Engineering & Design team in the Defense & Aerospace sector. You will lead design, prototyping, and validation of advanced electrical and embedded systems for cutting-edge defense platforms. Responsibilities include system architecture, circuit design, simulation, integration, and compliance with military and safety standards. You will mentor engineers, collaborate with systems, mechanical, and software teams, and drive innovation from concept through production, ensuring performance, reliability, and documentation for global defense and security customers.