Staff Electrical Engineer

QinetiQ US (formerly Avantus Federal); Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US seeks a Staff Electrical Engineer to design next-generation systems for domestic and international customers. You will work across analog, digital, mixed-signal, and cabling design, including PCB work, with opportunities to integrate payloads into proven platforms.

You’ll collaborate with senior engineers, support testing and qualification, and contribute to mission-ready solutions in a fast-paced environment at the Devens, MA site.

Qualifications

• BSEE or equivalent, with 1-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience using CAD tools for electro-mechanical design and BOMs.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize competing tasks.
• Hands-on experience with standard lab and shop tools.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Clearance if required.
• Power electronics design experience.
• Working knowledge of OrCAD, PADS, AutoCAD or Solidworks.
• PCB design experience with Altium Designer.
• Experience with electro-mechanical actuator systems and controllers.

Responsibilities

• Design next-generation systems for domestic and international customers in a fast-paced environment.
• Dive into analog, digital, mixed-signal, and cabling design, PCB design with the variety to keep every project fresh.
• Support testing and qualification, helping prove your designs hold up before they reach the field.
• Work across the full lifecycle, from developing brand-new systems to integrating new or existing payloads into proven platforms.
• Solve real engineering problems with support and review from senior engineers who'll sharpen your skills.

Skills

Independent work

Prioritization

Lab and shop tools

Education

BSEE or equivalent

Tools

CAD tools for electro-mechanical design

BOM management

Job description

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Your work won't sit on a shelf. It'll be in the field.

At QinetiQ US, the systems you design go from your desk to the front line. We build everything from unmanned ground robots to mission-critical ship and submarine systems, and we're looking for a Staff Electrical Engineer who wants to help shape what comes next.

Why you'll love it here

• Variety: No two projects look alike. You'll move between new development, system support, and payload integration.
• Impact: Your designs will help overcome next-generation threats and protect those who serve.
• Growth: Work alongside experienced senior engineers who invest in your development.
• Heritage and innovation: Build on decades of experience delivering leading-edge, mission-ready solutions, with a team that prides itself on mission-led innovation.

The location for this role will be Devens, MA

Responsibilities

• Design next-generation systems for domestic and international customers in a fast-paced, result-driven environment.
• Dive into analog, digital, mixed-signal, and cabling design, PCB design with the variety to keep every project fresh.
• Support testing and qualification, helping prove your designs hold up before they reach the field
• Work across the full lifecycle, from developing brand-new systems to integrating new or existing payloads into proven platforms.
• Solve real engineering problems with support and review from senior engineers who'll sharpen your skills.

Required Qualifications

• BSEE or equivalent, with 1-5 years of relevant experience
• Experience using CAD tools for electro-mechanical design and managing bills of materials (BOMs)
• Ability to work independently and prioritize competing tasks
• Hands-on experience with standard lab and shop tools
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Clearance if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Power electronics design experience
• Working knowledge of any of OrCAD, PADS, AutoCAD or Solidworks
• PCB design experience with Altium Designer
• Hands on experience working with electro-mechanical actuator systems and controllers

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $78,600 - $110,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Company EEO Statement

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.