Senior Circuit Engineer

Validatek

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 130,000

Full time

19 hours ago
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Job summary

ValidaTek is searching for a Senior Circuit Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex circuit layouts that support a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users.

Responsibilities include leading detailed circuit plans, testing and troubleshooting, ensuring DoD standards and ITSM compliance, staying current with best practices, and presenting updates to leadership while coordinating with other IT teams to deploy new

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience creating engineering circuit layout diagrams and designing digital/analogue circuits.
  • Experience testing and troubleshooting circuits and providing help desk support.
  • Experience in secured government environments and DoD IT context.
  • Strong communication and ability to influence leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of detailed engineering circuit (both digital and analogue) plans. Ensure plans meet DoD standards, procedures, security, and regulation requirements.
  • Conduct on-going testing and troubleshooting of issues to ensure availability and functionality to the end user.
  • Ensures all work meets Information Management Operation and ITSM standards.
  • As Subject Matter Expert, stays current with best practices and emerging technologies to make recommendations on continuous improvement and future-based decisions.
  • Present to leadership and stakeholders, explaining complex technical information that is easily understood by a non-technical audience.
  • Provide regular reports and analysis to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with other IT departments to ensure seamless implementation of new circuit layouts and enhancements with other IT functionality.

Skills

Circuit design
Digital & analogue circuits
Testing & troubleshooting
Help desk operations
TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Monitoring tools

Job description

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  • Posted on July 8, 2026
Locations

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Arlington, VA 22202, USA

  • On-site
  • Travel Required : No
  • Pay or shift range: $80,000 USD to $130,000 USD Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications.The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.
  • Information Systems
  • Full-Time
  • Requisition #: SENIO001885
Description

Company Overview

At ValidaTek, we modernize and optimize IT services to solve some of the most critical challenges facing federal civilian and defense agencies. From customers to partners to top-talent employees, ValidaTek puts people first, empowering them to exceed expectations and transform government organizations. Our employees are building purpose-driven careers, not just filling jobs. We bring together people with many different perspectives, experiences, and talents to drive innovation and achieve more together than we can individually.Our commitment to quality and performance optimization is the reason why our IT Service Projects and New Development Projects have been appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 5, positioning us as one of a handful of elite companies to receive the highest form of third-party validation. www.validatek.com

Summary:

ValidaTek is searching for a Senior Circuit Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex circuit layouts that support a large DoD IT infrastructure program providing a common view for all enterprise-wide users.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and implementation of detailed engineering circuit (both digital and analogue) plans. Ensure plans meet DoD standards, procedures, security, and regulation requirements.
  • Conduct on-going testing and troubleshooting of issues to ensure availability and functionality to the end user.
  • Ensures all work meets Information Management Operation and ITSM standards.
  • As Subject Matter Expert, stays current with best practices and emerging technologies to make recommendations on continuous improvement and future-based decisions.
  • Present to leadership and stakeholders, explaining complex technical information that is easily understood by a non-technical audience.
  • Provide regular reports and analysis to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with other IT departments to ensure seamless implementation of new circuit layouts and enhancements with other IT functionality.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in creating engineering circuit layout diagrams, digital and analogue circuit design and implementation, analysis testing and troubleshooting circuits, experience with help desk support and operations.
  • 5+ years of experience working in a secured government environment.
  • Knowledge of IP and optical network operations.
  • Knowledge of DoD network and system security requirements.
  • Knowledge of networking and network-based software applications utilized in a DoD IT environment.
  • Experience utilizing monitoring tools to provide both reactive and proactive support for client network and systems infrastructure.
  • Knowledge of industry accepted standards and best practices related to Information Management Operations and ITSM best practices.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills with proven ability to influence leadership and stakeholders.
  • All candidates must have a current TS/SCI clearance.
  • All candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Salary Disclosure

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location, contract affordability, internal equity, education, and certifications. The upper end of the salary range may be reserved for individuals who have demonstrated tenure with the company, seniority, and proven excellent performance. This includes factors such as education, certifications, and extensive/unique experience beyond what is required.

EEO Statement

ValidaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to verify authorization to work in the United States. Offers of employment will be contingent upon passing a post-offer background check.

Travel Required

No.

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Preferred

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