Senior Electrical Engineer - System Architect

DZYNE Technologies LLC.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DZYNE Technologies LLC. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer - System Architect in Irvine, CA. The role leads top-level electrical/electronic system architecture for UAS platforms, performing hands-on design, subsystem development, and trade studies to drive informed decisions.

You will define ICDs and subsystem requirements while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The position requires 7+ years of experience in aerospace/defense settings, proficiency in PCB design and Altium, and a

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Architecture development for UAS or airborne platforms.
• Electronics engineering including circuit design for SMPS, high speed data comms, and common serial interfaces.
• Prototype to productization: component selection.
• Developing and maintaining ICDs and electrical subsystem requirements.
• Troubleshooting and root cause investigations in complex systems.
• Background in Aerospace/Defense or Government contracting.
• PCB design including schematic capture and layout using Altium.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of top level electrical/electronic system architecture for UAS platforms.
• Perform hands-on electrical design and subsystem development.
• Drive trade studies to inform decisions and maintain ICDs.
• Define electrical subsystem requirements and interfaces for compatibility.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems teams across the lifecycle.
• Guide electrical integration, testing, and validation to ensure performance.

Skills

UAS architecture

PCB design

Altium

Electrical engineering

Circuit design

Schematic capture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium CAD

Schematic capture

EMI/EMC testing

Job description

Autonomous Defense for the World’s Most Critical Missions

THE FUTURE OF AUTONOMOUS DEFENSE STARTS HERE

DZYNE is comprised of the top minds in the field, proven in their ability to not only conceive of groundbreaking designs, but also to deliver functioning systems with precision, agility and innovation at every turn. Our expertise lies in aerodynamics, structural design, systems engineering, flight test, artificial intelligence, and software development. We are the future of autonomous defense ecosystems.

From engineering and programming to operations, DZYNE Technologies is seeking talented individuals ready to take on meaningful challenges and help develop industry-defining technology. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built on innovation, teamwork, integrity, and customer service.

DZYNE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. DZYNE complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms.

Position: Senior Electrical Engineer - System Architect

Location: Irvine, CA

Work Arrangement: On-site

About DZYNE

DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.

We’re growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success.

Ready to do work that matters? Join us.

Position Title: Senior Electrical Engineer - System Architect

Location: Irvine, CA

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Summary

This role is responsible for leading the development of top level electrical/electronic system architecture for UAS platforms from initial concept through full system integration. The position performs hands on electrical design, including circuit and subsystem development, and drives data informed decisions through comprehensive trade studies. It also defines and maintains Interface Control Documents and subsystem requirements to ensure compatibility and performance across the system. The role collaborates closely with mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle, while guiding electrical integration, testing, and validation activities to ensure reliable, high-quality UAS system performance.

Required Duties and Responsibilities:

• 7+ years of relevant professional experience
• Demonstrated capability in architecture development for UAS or airborne platforms.
• Expertise in electronics engineering, including circuit design for SMPS electronics, high speed communication, and common serial interfaces.
• Experience with component selection for prototype to productization.
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining ICDs and defining electrical subsystem requirements.
• Experience supporting troubleshooting and root cause investigations in complex systems.
• Background in regulated industries such as Aerospace, Defense, or Government contracting.
• Experience with PCB design including schematic capture and layout, using CAD tools such as Altium

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Significant background in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Airborne ISR, or low-cost expendable aircraft design.
• Experience in production/factory environments, including DFM/DFA and documentation for manufacturing.
• Experience developing embedded software.
• Familiarity with system safety, EMI/EMC compliance, and environmental qualification testing.
• Previous leadership or principal-level roles in cross-functional system architecture efforts

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Robotics, or Computer Engineering

Clearance Level Required: None

This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, employment is contingent upon meeting applicable export control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.

Working Conditions:

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.

Physical Demands: