Staff Electronics Engineer

The Structures Company, LLC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Tier 1 supplier access

Job summary

The Structures Company, LLC in Irvine, CA is seeking a Staff Electronics Engineer, ISR to lead the full PCB design cycle for avionics systems, including requirements, schematic design, layout oversight, bring-up, and validation on air vehicle platforms.

The role involves designing electronics from concept to prototype with MIL-Spec harnessing, analog/digital/RF, and collaboration with UAS/ISR platform teams; candidates must have 10+ years of experience and ability to obtain Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• U.S. Person status required per ITAR.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Minimum of 10 years of electronics design and development experience.
• Experience bringing electronics from concept to functional prototype.
• Strong knowledge of analog, mixed-signal, digital and RF components.

Responsibilities

• Leads the full PCB design cycle from requirements to validation.
• Designs avionics systems and subsystems for aircraft and launcher electricals.
• Develops wire harnessing and interconnect diagrams for air vehicles.
• Supports obsolescence management and design updates.
• Participates in design reviews and applies MIL-Spec practices.
• Uses Altium for circuit design and verification; integrates MCU and high-speed interfaces.

Skills

Security clearance

US Person

PCB design

RF design

Altium

Tools

Altium

Job description

JOB TITLE: Staff Electronics Engineer, ISR

LOCATION: Irvine, CA

PAY RATE: $170,000-210,000/year

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

• Job Type: Contract (Full Time)
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Summary:

• Leads the full PCB design cycle including requirements definition, schematic design, component selection, layout oversight, bring-up, functional verification, and performance testing.
• Designs, develops, integrates, and debugs avionics systems and subsystems for aircraft and launcher electrical systems.
• Develops system interconnect diagrams and defines wire harnesses connecting systems throughout the air vehicle.
• Supports design updates driven by product improvements, obsolescence management, and evolving requirements.
• Conducts peer-level and cross-disciplinary design reviews for electronics systems.
• Applies strong understanding of analog, mixed-signal, digital, and RF circuit components.
• Uses common electronic test equipment and CAD tools such as Altium for circuit design and validation.
• Applies experience with microcontrollers, common serial interfaces, high-speed communications, and firmware and software integration.
• Applies knowledge of MIL-Spec hardware and harnessing for aerospace systems.
• Supports advanced UAS and ISR platform development programs.

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience in electronics design and development.
• Demonstrated capability in complex circuit board design, bring-up, signal and power integrity analysis, and validation.
• Proven experience designing electronics from concept through functional prototype, including hardware selection, documentation, system-level integration, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of analog, mixed-signal, digital, and RF circuit components.
• Detailed working knowledge of common electronic test equipment and CAD tools such as Altium.
• Excellent problem-solving and planning skills.
• Preferred: Experience designing electronics for robotic or aircraft systems.
• Preferred: Hands-on experience with microcontrollers, serial interfaces, high-speed communications, and firmware or software integration.
• Preferred: Familiarity with MIL-Spec hardware and harnessing, and experience in UAS or UAV systems.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles. As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.