Lead High-Speed PCB Design Engineer

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive the design of high-speed PCBs and ECAD layouts in Rancho Bernardo, CA. You will work with a multidisciplinary team on power, RF, and sensor integration across defense and space applications.

The role requires deep Altium Designer expertise, strong problem-solving, and proven leadership. DoD security clearance eligibility is required, with opportunities to influence cutting-edge aerospace and defense

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's, master's, or PhD in engineering.
• DoD Security Clearance is required.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interface skills across departments.
• Extensive PC board design knowledge with Altium Designer.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex PCB layouts for high-speed digital, analog, and power applications.
• Create and manage ECAD libraries, and produce manufacturing data and drawings.
• Lead and mentor junior designers; guide design decisions and approaches.
• Coordinate with PCB vendors and support manufacturing processes.
• Ensure conformance to IPC standards and design guidelines.

Skills

High-speed PCB design

Power electronics knowledge

Team leadership

Technical problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

PhD in engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive the design of high-speed PCBs and ECAD layouts in Rancho Bernardo, CA. You will work with a multidisciplinary team on power, RF, and sensor integration across defense and space applications.

The role requires deep Altium Designer expertise, strong problem-solving, and proven leadership. DoD security clearance eligibility is required, with opportunities to influence cutting-edge aerospace and defense