Senior Electronics Hardware Engineer - 1691

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) match/profit sharing

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) in Colorado Springs, CO, seeks a Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer to lead state-of-the-art hardware development for DoD and DoE programs.

This hands-on role emphasizes system architecture, PCB design, schematic capture, and rigorous testing from concept to delivery. The ideal candidate has 12–15 years in electrical engineering, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 12–15 years of design experience in Electrical Engineering.
• Excellent written & verbal communication, attention to detail, and multitasking.
• Willingness to travel roughly 5% for customer briefings and testing events.
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain DoD security clearance.
• May involve lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Indoor, well-lit and ventilated work environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect new electronics systems from concept through implementation, including system architecture, PCB design, and validation.
• Develop quality control and testing procedures to be incorporated into regular design process.
• Write detailed technical reports on designs, test results, and operating procedures.
• Support highly technical teams on field test activities when necessary.
• Provide technical mentoring to develop skills within the team.

Skills

System architecture design

PCB design

Schematic capture

Technical report writing

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

STM32 microcontroller

Data acquisition systems

High voltage design

Job description

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Senior Electronics Hardware Engineer - 1691

Full Time Colorado Springs, CO, US

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of Commercial & Government organizations. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems, and we prioritize partnering with our customers to address real-world problems with cost-effective solutions… that work.

The SARA High Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM) is looking for a remarkably talented, motivated, and imaginative Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineer to support research and development activities and transition innovative technologies to the DoD, DoE, and their contractors in Colorado Springs, CO. The candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn with talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on long-standing programs and new programs supporting our customers. Our small group will allow the candidate to experience, contribute, and collaborate in a multidisciplinary nature from conception all the way through to operation.

The Senior Electronics Hardware Design Engineerwill be responsible for electrical system architecture, schematic capture, layout design, and prototype or delivery testing of complex research and development-oriented electronics. Further design implementation, maintenance, and improvement will be a standard practice for all developed circuit designs. This position demands a high degree of understanding in electrical engineering fundamentals, and the ability to directly apply engineering skills and practices into real products and designs. This is a hands-on design role for someone who thrives on creating new solutions and seeing them through to completion. The ideal candidate combines creative design thinking with rigorous technical implementation skills.

Core Responsibilities:

• Design and architect new electronics systems from concept through implementation, including system architecture, PCB design, and validation
• Developing quality control and testing procedures to be incorporated into regular design process
• Writing detailed technical reports on designs, test results, and intended testing & operating procedures
• Supporting highly technical engineering and scientific teams on field test activities when necessary
• Providing technical mentoring and support to develop the skill sets within the team

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field
• 12 – 15 years of design experience in the field of Electrical Engineering
• Excellent written & verbal communication, attention to detail, and multitasking skills
• Adaptability to work in a highly flexible, fluid, and fast-paced team environment
• Willingness to participate in roughly 5%-time travel for customer briefings and testing events
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
• May require light physical effort, involving standing, sitting and use of hands while performing duties, carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds
• Working environment is indoor, moderately quiet, reasonably clean, well-lighted and well-ventilated, moderate physical hazards may exist

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15+ years of design experience in the field of Electrical Engineering
• Active DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering + 10 years or Bachelor’s Degree + 12 years of experience in a specialized EE field
• Deep experience in analog, digital, high voltage, data integrity, or power & protection circuit design
• Extensive experience in high power solid-state switching design and system architecture
• High voltage system design and improvements
• Complex power generation
• Gate drive circuitry and architecture
• Snubber and protection circuitry and architecture
• STM32 Microcontroller based control systems
• Data acquisition and processing circuitry

SARA offers a competitive benefits package to include:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
• Discretionary Employee bonuses
• 401(k) match/profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Pay Range

Salary at SARA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $125,000 to $175,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SARA’s total compensation package for employees. Positions are on-site, unless indicated otherwise.

Application Deadline: November 13, 2026

SARA is an equal employment opportunity employer.