Senior Electrical Engineer

Leonardo DRS; Goleta (CA); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off (vacation/holidays/sick)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer for our Goleta, CA facility. The role offers in-person or hybrid work, leading engineering teams on system integration and testing of advanced electronic products.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience, with expertise in ICDs, hardware compatibility, and circuit design. Collaboration across disciplines is essential, with a focus on cost and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience designing and maintaining ICDs.
• Ability to determine hardware compatibility of a system.
• Knowledge of engineering drawing tools (CANVAS a plus).
• Knowledge of circuit simulation tools (Altium a plus).
• Experience with electrical systems design and strong mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Ability to lead a technical group independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of electronics systems.
• Lead or participate in engineering groups on system integration programs.
• Review customer specs and develop designs to support them, including cost as a variable.
• Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments.
• Specify and evaluate supplier components and subsystems.
• Lead and direct the work of others as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CANVAS

Altium

Circuit simulation software

Job description

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job description:

Job ID:114594

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer. This position is based out of our Goleta, CA facility and will have the option to work an in person or hybrid schedule. Responsible for participating with or leading a group of engineers, on various system integration programs/technical activities and completion of these activities on time and within budget. Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of leading-edge products, systems, or subsystems in our modern facilities.

We are looking for individuals who are team-oriented, creative, and interested in advancing technology in support of our customers. If you are looking to be part of a team of talented, passionate thinkers that want to solve complex challenges, you have come to the right place. You will have the opportunity to work on advanced technologies, in a culture focused on continuous improvement, where creativity and innovation are valued.

Job Responsibilities

• Involved with the design, development, modification and analysis of various electronics systems. May include Hardware, Power Engineering, Power Electronic Engineering, Electromagnetic Engineering, Integrated Circuit Engineering, Components or others. Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in existing products or systems and makes modifications as needed. Compile and evaluate design and test data. Analyze, develop and recommend design approaches.
• Responsible for leading group of engineers on a technical activity and completion of activity on time and budget
• Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems
• May use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments. Review customer specifications and requirements, and under direction, develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable
• Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
• Drive the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
• Develop prototypes to retire key development risks
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required
• Participate in preparation of proposals
• Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
• Lead and direct the work of others as assigned
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings
• Lead less-experienced engineers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience designing and maintaining system Interface Control Documents (ICD)
• Must be able to determine the hardware compatibility of a system
• Knowledge on and experience with engineering drawing applications (experience with CANVAS a plus)
• Knowledge on and experience with circuit simulation applications
• Knowledge on and experience with Circuit Card CAD applications (experience with ALTIUM a plus)
• Experience with electrical systems design experience and strong mechanical aptitude is a plus
• Ability to lead a technical group independently

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The salary range for this position is $107,089.00/year- $144,570.00.year for the state of California. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LSY

Profile description

Leonardo DRS Land Systems division is a recognized world leader in the integration of complex technologies into legacy systems and platforms for military and commercial customers globally. DRS Land Systems offers a diverse portfolio of military products and technologies focused on battlefield reconnaissance and surveillance, survivability, lethality, heavy transport mobility, fuel and water distribution, radar and electronic systems testing. Headquartered in Bridgeton, MO with a 100- acre heavy equipment manufacturing facility in West Plains, MO, and a site in Goleta, CA.

We offer

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Vacation & Health & Emergency leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Student loan repayment
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work schedule