Staff Electrical Engineer

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Work in a fast-paced results-oriented environment, participating in designing the next generation systems for a variety of domestic and international customers.  The staff electrical engineer will support various analog, digital, mixed-signal, and cabling design as project requirements dictate. The staff electrical engineer will be responsible for problem solving under general supervision and review from senior engineers.  

Tasks may include support of existing systems, PCB design, cable design, or associated documentation tasks.  Activities may range from supporting the development of a new system to integration of a new or existing payload on an existing system. 

QinetiQ US applies decades of experience developing and delivering leading edge mission ready solutions. From front line unmanned ground robots to ship and submarine mission critical systems, the QinetiQ team prides itself on overcoming next generation threats with mission-led innovation.  The location for this role will be Devens, MA

Responsibilities

• Work within multidisciplinary teams of mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to design and support complex automated systems
• Implement engineering design changes on legacy designs
• Hands on support for production and field repairs
• Creating and executing test procedures from system level to PCB level tests

Required Qualifications

• BSEE or equivalent with 2-4 years of experience
• Experience with CAD tools used for electro-mechanical designs and BOM management
• Ability to work independently and manage tasking prioritization
• Hands on experience with standard lab and shop tools
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Clearance if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Power electronics design experience
• Working knowledge of any of OrCAD, PADS, AutoCAD or Solidworks
• PCB design experience with Altium Designer
• Hands on experience working with electro-mechanical actuator systems and controllers

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $78,600 - $110,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.