Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Columbia, MD

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer for a temporary assignment supporting advanced electrical systems for aerospace and lighter-than-air platforms. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with strong expertise in power systems, electrical design, and system integration .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design across the full product lifecycle, including concept, development, testing, and production
• Design and support power generation and distribution systems , instrumentation, communications, PLCs, and VFDs
• Perform power system modeling, load analysis, and capacity planning
• Develop electrical schematics and production-ready engineering documentation
• Support system integration, troubleshooting, and first-article testing
• Conduct design reviews to ensure compliance with performance and safety requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10+ years of electrical design experience in complex systems
• Strong background in electrical power systems and analysis
• Experience in aerospace or aviation environments preferred
• Hands-on experience with testing, integration, and manufacturing support
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Active U.S. Secret Clearance preferred

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD & D Insurance

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The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

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