Lead Electronics Design Engineer

Analytical-Mechanics-Associates,-Inc.-; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Analytical Mechanics Associates is seeking a Lead Electrical Design Engineer to lead and mentor a team of electrical engineers in designing and integrating VHDL modules for flight missions. You will drive lifecycle activities from concept through manufacturing, testing, and integration with multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires a bachelor's in electrical/electronics/computer engineering and 3–5+ years of hands-on circuit design, simulation, and hardware integration using SPICE tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5+ years in electronic design and development using SPICE tools.
• Proficiency with Altium Designer and PSPICE for simulation.
• Hands-on circuit design, simulation, and integration experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronic circuits including power, amplifiers, DACS, high-speed digital, and mixed-signal designs.
• Integrate cameras, lasers, data storage, computational systems, and science instrumentation into designs.
• Lead and mentor a team of electrical engineers and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Use Altium Designer for circuit design and PSPICE for simulation; perform testing and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate PCB fabrication with external vendors and board population as needed.
• Support flight mission delivery through the design lifecycle from concept to manufacturing.

Skills

Circuit design

System integration

Hardware debugging

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Altium Designer

PSPICE

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Logic analyzers

Job description

Job Description:Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is seeking a highly motivated Lead Electrical Design Engineer. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on Engineer leading and mentoring a team of Electrical Engineers who play a critical role in designing, developing, and integrating VHDL modules for cutting-edge projects.This position requires a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and is capable of following designs through the entire lifecycle—from concept to manufacturing, assembly, and testing. The role involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including scientists, project managers, and engineers from various branches, to deliver high-quality solutions for flight missions.Key Responsibilities:Design and develop electronic circuits, from the component perspective, including power systems, amplifiers, DACS, high speed digital, and mixed signal designsDesign and develop intra-system harnessingIntegrate cameras, lasers, data storage, computational systems, and science instrumentation into designsModify and adapt designs to meet specific mission requirements for computational camera systemsUtilize Altium Designer for circuit design and PSPICE for simulationCollaborate with external vendors for PCB fabrication and perform board population as neededConduct functional testing, troubleshooting, and assembly of electronic systemsCollaborate with a team of engineers from the Electronics Systems Branch, including avionics leads, FPGA designers, and electronic designersIntegrate cameras, GPS modules, and data-saving systems into designs.Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field.3-5+ years of experience in electronic design and development, specifically using Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis (SPICE) software toolsFamiliarity with Altium Designer for circuit design, and PSPICE for simulation, or similar design and simulation tools.Hands-on experience with circuit design, simulation, and integrationFamiliarity with manufacturing and assembly processes for electronic systemsCandidates must possess strong written and oral communication skillsThe role is oriented toward delivery for flight missions and requires adaptability to evolving requirementsPreferred Qualifications:Proficiency in Altium Designer and PSPICE simulation toolsStrong integration skills, particularly with cameras, GPS, and data-saving systems.Familiarity with PCB fabrication processes and board populationStrong integration skills, particularly with cameras, lasers, data storage, computational systems, and science instrumentationAbility to troubleshoot, test, and characterize electronic systemsHands-on experience with lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzersPrior experience with spaceflight hardware is a plus, but not requiredKnowledge of Stereo Cameras for Lunar Plume Surface Studies (SCALPSS) systems and their modifications for various missions is advantageous.Salary range: $93,400-$140k DOEU.S. Citizenship is required for this position.Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. .AMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.