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Hardware Electrical Engineering

$130k - $180k

Shift5

Hardware (Electrical) Engineer

Shift5 is building the data platform for onboard operational technology (OT). We deliver cybersecurity, predictive maintenance, and compliance capabilities that enable defense and commercial fleets to operate with greater readiness, resilience, and mission assurance.

We are seeking a mission-aligned Hardware (Electrical) Engineer to drive the design and development of cutting-edge hardware for our Intake product team.

This role sits at the intersection of Electrical Design, Hardware Lifecycle Management, and Aerospace/Defense Compliance and will play a critical role in supporting Shift5's next phase of growth.

Own the design and rigorous testing of electrical boards to demanding military and aerospace standards (MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, etc.).

Partner closely with interdisciplinary teams to create compact, cost-effective, and high-performance assemblies.

Drive measurable impact in hardware reliability by building and testing prototypes that meet strict safety and performance specifications.

Contribute directly to the modernization of defense and commercial fleets by delivering resilient hardware for mission-critical OT data.

Demonstrated ability to utilize test equipment like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers for hardware verification.

Strong technical skills in Electrical CAD software (Altium preferred) and FPGA board design.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Bonus program and equity in a fast-growing startup

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions

Life and Disability Insurance

Uncapped paid time off policy

Flexible work & remote work policy

Tax-deferred public transit benefits with Metro SmartBenefits (DC/MD/VA)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

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