Principal Electrical Engineer (Mixed-Signal and Analog)

Principal Electrical Engineer (Mixed-Signal and Analog)

Job Title: Principal Electrical Engineer (Mixed-Signal & Analog)

Location: Cypress, CA

Industry: Defense & Space Manufacturing

Compensation: $75.00 - $85.00/hr

Schedule: 9/80 | 1st Shift | Onsite

About the Opportunity:

Join a leading Defense & Space Manufacturing organization developing high-reliability electronic systems. In this role, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, and integration of mixed-signal and analog circuitry supporting advanced aerospace and defense technologies.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge defense and space programs
• Work alongside highly skilled engineering professionals
• Flexible hiring options including long-term contract, contract-to-hire, or direct hire
• Direct impact on mission-critical technologies and products

What You'll Do:

• Define, architect, design, implement, and integrate mixed-signal and analog circuits for high-reliability electronics
• Develop low-noise analog circuits and quiet power supplies for imaging sensors
• Perform schematic capture and oversee PCB layout activities (Cadence Allegro preferred)
• Conduct circuit-level and board-level simulations to verify functionality and performance
• Debug and integrate hardware using oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, and other laboratory equipment
• Create technical documentation including board specifications, user guides, test reports, and design review presentations
• Provide regular project status updates and technical reporting
• Complete assigned tasks on schedule while meeting technical requirements
• Evaluate and specify supplier components, subsystems, and engineering services
• Support organizational mission, values, and culture
• Participate in engineering, customer, and business meetings
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This position offers the opportunity to lead the development of advanced mixed-signal and analog electronic systems while working on innovative technologies that support critical aerospace and defense applications.

Job Requirements

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of experience working in Electrical Engineering with emphasis in mixed-signal and analog circuit analysis and design (including Space - DoD or Commercial experience).
• Minimum 10 years of experience completing mixed-signal and analog designs, using ICs such as Op-Amps, ADC, DAC, LDO, switching regulators, and motor drivers.
• Minimum 10 years of experience the design and troubleshooting of high-speed video applications.

What sets you apart:

• An active Secret or Top Secret clearance
• Minimum 15 years of experience working in Electrical Engineering with emphasis in analog circuit design
• Proficient in the design and analysis of electronics for space applications
• Hands-on experience in EO/IR technology and cryogenic systems
• Familiarity with DoD, NASA, and relevant industry standards
• Ability to solve problems at circuit and system levels
• Ability to execute large group and customer presentations

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a [Secret/Top Secret/etc.] DoD security clearance.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.