Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Job Description
The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the definition, architecture, design, implementation, and integration of mixed signal and/or analog circuits in high-reliability electronics. The Engineer will develop low noise analog circuits as well as quiet power supplies for imaging sensors.
Responsibilities

• Define, architect, design, implement, and integrate mixed signal and/or analog circuits.
• Develop low noise analog circuits and quiet power supplies for imaging sensors.
• Support and lead the architecture of imaging payloads.
• Directly support programs that develop missile warning, tracking, and defense sensors.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with 10+ years of experience in analog circuit design.
• Proficiency with Altium, Cadence Allegro, or similar tools.
• Experience in high-speed product development.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with space flight hardware is preferred.
• Experience in supporting the architecture for imaging payloads.

Work Environment
The role involves supporting and leading projects that develop critical technologies for the US Space Force's Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. This includes working with a constellation of small satellites designed to provide missile warning, tracking, and defense, secure global communications, positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), as well as tactical data transport and targeting support.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Cypress, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $95.00/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 & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cypress,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 8, 2026.
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