Sr. Electronics Engineer - System Architect

JOB TITLE: Sr. Electronics Engineer - System Architect



LOCATION: Irvine, CA



PAY RATE: $150,000/year

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

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (Full Time)

• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Leads the development of top-level electrical and electronic system architectures for Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) platforms from initial concept through full system integration.

• Performs hands-on electrical design including circuit and subsystem development for airborne platforms.

• Drives data-informed decisions through comprehensive trade studies for system architecture optimization.

• Defines and maintains Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and subsystem requirements to ensure compatibility and performance across the system.

• Performs circuit design for SMPS electronics, high-speed communications, and common serial interfaces.

• Selects components from prototype development through productization.

• Guides electrical integration, testing, and validation activities for UAS system performance.

• Performs PCB design including schematic capture and layout using Altium CAD tools.

• Supports troubleshooting and root-cause investigations in complex airborne systems.

• Applies knowledge of system safety, EMI/EMC compliance, and environmental qualification testing.

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• 7+ years of relevant professional experience in aerospace, defense, or government contracting environments.

• Demonstrated capability in architecture development for UAS or airborne platforms.

• Expertise in electronics engineering including circuit design for SMPS electronics, high-speed communications, and common serial interfaces.

• Experience with component selection from prototype development through productization.

• Proven experience developing and maintaining Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and defining electrical subsystem requirements.

• Experience with PCB design including schematic capture and layout using CAD tools such as Altium.

• Experience supporting troubleshooting and root-cause investigations in complex systems.

• Preferred: Significant experience with Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Airborne ISR, or low-cost expendable aircraft.

• Preferred: Experience in production or manufacturing environments including Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and manufacturing documentation.

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.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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