Sr. Electrical Engineer

Sabre Systems; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology company is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer based in Dahlgren, Virginia. The role involves designing custom circuit boards and managing electrical engineering documentation. Candidates should have a BS degree in engineering and eight years of relevant experience, with a strong understanding of weapon systems design. The position offers a salary range of $100,000 to $145,000, with opportunities for collaboration and innovation within a supportive team environment. Active DoD secret clearance is required, along with potential travel for project implementations.

Qualifications

• Eight years of technical experience including three years in concept definition and design.
• Active DoD secret clearance required.
• Knowledge of Electrical Engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design custom printed circuit boards for BMS platforms.
• Create engineering documentation for Technical Design Packages.
• Assist with troubleshooting and initial start-up of new circuit board designs.

Skills

Electrical engineering analysis and design

PCB design software (OrCad Cadence)

Cable drawings creation (Visio)

Electronic circuits and semiconductors

Microcontrollers programming

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Volt meter

Soldering tools

Crimper

Job description

Responsibilities

This position serves as a Senior Electrical Engineer for the Battle Management System (BMS) family of projects. The Electrical Engineer will apply robust electrical engineering processes working closely with the Electrical team already established in H42. Seeking experienced person with hands on fabrication skills (soldering, cable making, use oscilloscope, volt meter, small hand tools, crimper, PCB assembly). This candidate will have skills in electronic circuits, semiconductors, logic design, schematic capture and PCB layout, cable/harness design, and microprocessors. The Senior Electrical Engineer will be expected to communicate and collaborate on a regular basis with H42 EE team to clarify program intent, identify problems, suggest changes, and develop and document solutions. Some of additional duties may include participating in the installation, integration, and testing of the developed changes at Dahlgren.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Design custom printed circuit boards using ARM based microcontrollers to control weapons on BMS platforms
• Design harnesses and cabling between the circuit cards and external interfaces
• Create engineering documentation for Technical Design Packages to include fabrication and assemble instructions
• Assist with the troubleshooting and initial start-up of new circuit board designs
• Collaborate with the Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Embedded Software, and Quality Assurance teams
• Assess operational performance criteria and provide input for improving performance
• Develop status reports, progress and performance results both orally and in writing

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline. Eight (8) years professional technical experience including at least three (3) years specialized experience in the areas of concept definition, design, integration, and engineering. Specialized experience shall also include experience as an electrical engineer performing electrical engineering analysis and design, in electrical engineering software tools, coordinating electrical fabrication, and electrical engineering test techniques.
• Knowledge of Electrical Engineering best practices and rapid development processes.
• Knowledge of Weapon Systems and Command & Control Systems.
• Proficient with PCB design software (OrCad Cadence preferred).
• Proficient with creating cable drawings (Visio preferred).
• Knowledge of Embedded Software design best practices.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks preferred.
• Ability to work with changing program requirements.
• Ability to define task details, estimates, and schedules.
• Ability to work with others to meet established goals and program schedules.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Active DoD secret clearance
• 20% Travel on the contract is required.

Compensation Statement

At Sabre Systems, LLC, compensation is based on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, and contract-specific requirements; however, final compensation will be determined by individual qualifications and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $100,000.00 - $145,000.00

Refer & Earn: Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility

* A Level 3 Employee Referral Bonus applies to this requisition for qualifying referrals. At Sabre Systems, we value great talent and encourage our employees to refer exceptional candidates. If you have any questions about the referral policy or this position, please contact the Recruiting team.

Sabre Overview

Sabre Systems, LLC, has been providing innovative technological solutions and services for Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and commercial customers for more than 35 years. We support the ever-evolving areas of advanced communication technologies, cyber, systems and software engineering, and digital transformation.

With over three decades in business, Sabre Systems, LLC remains committed to our small business values and a people-first philosophy. We foster a welcoming, inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and encourages open communication. Our collaborative environment supports continuous learning and professional growth at all levels. We prioritize the health, well-being, and success of our employees, offering comprehensive, evolving benefits designed to meet their diverse needs. Join us and be part of a thriving, people-driven culture.

We respect the unique perspectives that a diverse workforce of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans brings not only to our company, but also to our customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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