Senior Electrical Engineer - Laser & LiDAR Systems

Auxo Talent; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Auxo Talent in Herndon, Virginia, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its aerospace and defence R&D team, delivering cutting-edge laser, LiDAR and space technology. You’ll design, test and troubleshoot electronics for advanced electro-optical systems and collaborate with electrical, mechanical and optical engineers.

You’ll lead board‑level and system‑level integration, support FPGA, CPU and firmware development, and produce clear documentation and verification materials across

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required; advanced degree advantageous.
• 8+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
• Hands-on circuit board design, integration and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience using electrical lab equipment for circuit development and testing.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and technical documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and troubleshooting circuit boards and electronic systems.
• Supporting FPGA, CPU and firmware development.
• Designing cables and electrical harnesses.
• Leading board-level and system-level integration and testing.
• Producing clear engineering documentation and verification materials.
• Contributing to multiple R&D projects, from rapid-turnaround developments to longer-term programmes.

Skills

Circuit board design

FPGA/CPLD design

Electrical troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Master's degree or PhD (advantage)

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Job description

Auxo Talent in Herndon, Virginia, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its aerospace and defence R&D team, delivering cutting-edge laser, LiDAR and space technology. You’ll design, test and troubleshoot electronics for advanced electro-optical systems and collaborate with electrical, mechanical and optical engineers.

You’ll lead board‑level and system‑level integration, support FPGA, CPU and firmware development, and produce clear documentation and verification materials across