Staff Electrical Engineer - Field Robotics & Defense Tech

QinetiQ US (formerly Avantus Federal); Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US in Devens, MA is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to help shape next-generation systems for frontline missions. Your work will span from desk studies to fielded platforms, including unmanned ground robots and critical ship/submarine systems.

You'll engage in analog, digital, and mixed-signal design, PCB work, and integration, while benefiting from mentorship from senior engineers and a heritage of mission-led innovation.

Qualifications

• BSEE or equivalent, 1–5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience using CAD tools for electro-mechanical design and managing 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.

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.

Skills

Independent work

Task prioritization

Hands-on lab tools

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

OrCAD

PADS

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Altium Designer

Job description

QinetiQ US in Devens, MA is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to help shape next-generation systems for frontline missions. Your work will span from desk studies to fielded platforms, including unmanned ground robots and critical ship/submarine systems.

You'll engage in analog, digital, and mixed-signal design, PCB work, and integration, while benefiting from mentorship from senior engineers and a heritage of mission-led innovation.