Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical Systems EngineerThe Principal Electrical Systems Engineer serves as the technical authority for electrical system architecture, cable and harness design, wiring schematics, and subsystem electrical integration across complex defense platforms. This role leads electrical design activities from initial concept development through system integration, test, and deployment, ensuring robust, reliable, and maintainable solutions. The engineer collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams in systems, hardware, software, integration and test, cybersecurity, and program management to deliver high-performance electrical systems for demanding applications such as military vehicles, aviation, unmanned systems, robotics, and autonomous platforms.ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary technical authority for electrical system architecture, cable and harness design, and subsystem electrical integration on complex defense platforms.Lead electrical design efforts from concept through detailed design, integration, test, and deployment, ensuring designs meet performance, reliability, safety, manufacturability, and maintainability requirements.Design and document complete electrical cabling systems, including cable assemblies, wiring harnesses, routing, signals, connections, and terminations.Create, review, and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and related documentation using electrical CAD and schematic capture tools.Redesign existing electrical systems and develop new cable solutions to improve performance, resolve issues, and support evolving system requirements.Support integration engineers during cable build activities, providing clear documentation, guidance, and technical oversight.Analyze data packages and design information, identify gaps or inconsistencies, and develop corrective actions or design updates to close those gaps.Apply strong knowledge of power distribution, signal integrity, grounding and bonding, and EMI/EMC considerations to ensure robust and compliant designs.Incorporate appropriate connector and cable selections to meet environmental, performance, and standards requirements.Support hardware integration, troubleshooting, and defect resolution activities across multiple platforms and programs.Coordinate and communicate with subcontractors to convey design requirements, review deliverables, and ensure alignment with system-level objectives.Implement cable changes and updates, ensuring accurate documentation and effective communication to all affected stakeholders.Ensure designs consider and support system safety and airworthiness requirements where applicable.Lead electrical design efforts across multiple programs, providing technical direction, mentoring, and guidance to other engineers.Collaborate closely with Systems Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Integration & Test, Cyber Security, and Program teams to ensure cohesive and integrated system designs.Essential SkillsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.10+ years of electrical engineering experience.5+ years of cable design experience, including cable assemblies and wiring harnesses.Proven experience developing electrical architectures for complex systems.Hands-on experience designing cable assemblies and wiring harnesses for demanding applications such as military, aerospace, aviation, robotics, or autonomous systems.Demonstrated ability to create and update electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.Proficiency with electrical CAD and schematic capture tools.Strong understanding of power distribution in complex electrical systems.Strong understanding of signal integrity and its impact on system performance.Strong understanding of grounding and bonding practices for high-reliability systems.Strong understanding of EMI/EMC considerations and shielding techniques.Experience with connector and cable selection for rugged, high-performance environments.Experience supporting hardware integration and troubleshooting activities.Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.Strong communication skills to effectively interact with cross-functional teams and subcontractors.Ability to independently redesign existing electrical systems and develop new cable solutions.Experience with aircraft cable design and cable termination.Additional Skills & QualificationsActive Secret or Top Secret security clearance.Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs.Previous experience in unmanned systems or aviation environments.Experience with military vehicles, aviation platforms, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), robotics, or autonomous systems.Experience with Altium Designer for PCB and electrical design.Experience with E3 or comparable electrical design tools.Experience with AutoCAD Electrical for schematic and panel design.Experience with SolidWorks Electrical for 3D and 2D electrical design.Experience with Mentor Graphics Capital for harness and electrical system design.Experience with Creo Cabling for routing and harness design.Familiarity with MIL-STD-461 for EMI/EMC requirements.Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 for environmental engineering considerations.Familiarity with MIL-STD-464 for electromagnetic environmental effects requirements.Familiarity with MIL-STD-1275 for vehicle electrical power characteristics.Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 for cable and wire harness assemblies.Experience supporting system safety and airworthiness activities.Experience leading electrical design efforts across multiple programs and teams.Work EnvironmentThis role is primarily onsite in Huntsville in an office-based engineering environment. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with three days in the office and two days remote each week, allowing flexibility in choosing remote days within established guidelines. Core working hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with flexibility around these hours to support project needs and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The environment is highly collaborative, with close interaction among systems, hardware, software, integration and test, cybersecurity, and program personnel, and involves regular use of advanced electrical CAD and schematic capture tools for design and documentation.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Huntsville, AL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $64.00 - $91.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Huntsville, AL.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.