Electrical Engineer

Electrical EngineerJob DescriptionJoin our innovative team as an Electrical Engineer in Herndon, VA, where you will contribute to the development of cutting-edge security solutions for the United States Government. This role focuses on digital and analog hardware development within an expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions supporting critical fleet, space systems, and satellites.Responsibilities

• Develop and implement digital and analog hardware, including schematic design, board layout, and board functional testing.
• Design, develop, implement, and test RF electronics and/or FPGA-firmware.
• Formulate long-term plans for solution development, documentation, and deployment, ensuring compliance with reporting and safety standards.
• Evaluate the integration of engineering solutions within the overall engineering environment.
• Ensure appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates are completed.
• Determine technical objectives for solving advanced technical engineering problems.
• Plan for future applications based on new developments in engineering technology.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Work safely in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in PCB layout and designing, developing, and debugging small circuitry for sensing, digital data manipulation, and electro-mechanical control.
• Hands-on integration and testing experience, with proficiency working with schematics and laboratory testing of electronics hardware and embedded systems.
• 3-10 years of professional hands-on experience in high-density board development.
• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution with progressive engineering experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with satellite programs, including design, integration, and testing of satellite buses.
• Basic understanding of launch and flight operations of space vehicles.
• Proficiency in C programming language is desired.
• Experience with RF circuitry/principles is a plus.
• Experience with FPGA development is strongly desired.
• Experience with software development and the Linux operating system environment is desired.

Work EnvironmentThis position requires onsite work five days a week with a 9/80 work schedule. The work environment fosters a startup culture, allowing for innovative problem-solving and collaboration on small satellite electronics. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Herndon, VA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $99500.00 - $170750.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.will get with miles on this!! Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Herndon, VA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Herndon,VA.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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