Senior Electrical Engineer

Creare; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial annual staff bonus

Industry-leading 401(k) contributions

Various medical plans

Potential signing/startup bonus

Job summary

Creare, located in Hanover, New Hampshire, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with a strong background in space systems and military applications. This role involves designing and integrating complex electrical systems within cross-functional teams to meet military and aerospace standards.

The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of relevant experience, and a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required. Creare offers a competitive compensation package starting at $140,000 per year, including substantial bonuses and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience in the defense, aerospace, or high-tech sectors.
• Understanding of industry standards for aerospace and defense products (e.g., AS9100).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate complex electrical systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure system performance.
• Mentor junior engineers on projects.

Skills

Electrical system design

Business development

Program management

System integration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Creare is a leader in cutting-edge R&D, developing new technologies and providing analysis, design, experimental, computational, product, and consulting services to industry and government. We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with a strong background in space systems and military applications. You'll be part of Creare's interdisciplinary team, working closely with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers and skilled technicians to bring R&D concepts to life in our lab and field environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate complex electrical systems for mission-critical applications;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system-level performance and compliance;
• Support proposal development and customer engagement efforts, contributing technical insight to business development initiatives;
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across projects;
• Ensure designs meet applicable military or aerospace standards and customer requirements.

Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive experience in business development and program management, ideally within the defense, aerospace, or high-tech sectors.
• Strong understanding of system integration, testing, and qualification processes.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements for aerospace and defense products (e.g., AS9100).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Creare offers a competitive compensation package, including but not limited to a substantial annual staff bonus, industry-leading 401(k) contributions and plan options, a range of medical plans, and the potential for a signing /startup bonus. Mutual respect, teamwork, and the ability to do the highest quality work define our staff and work environment. Salary starting at $140,000 per year and up, based on level of education completed and years of relevant work experience.

U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents only.

Creare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans)