Electrical Engineer-1

AeroVironment • San Diego, CA

23h • $82,000 - $116,025

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer will join AV’s Titan C-UAS engineering team in San Diego, contributing to the design, integration, test, and production support of electronic hardware within the Titan system. Working alongside experienced RF and electronic systems engineers, the successful candidate will develop skills across hardware development, PCB design, test, and manufacturing support in a fast-paced defense-product environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field
• 0–3 years of professional or internship experience in hardware or RF electrical engineering
• Familiarity with standard EE lab equipment and measurement techniques
• Experience with schematic capture tools (Altium Designer, OrCAD, or equivalent)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret datasheets and component specifications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel for data reduction and BOM management, Word, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to PCB layout and signal integrity considerations at RF frequencies (1–6 GHz+)
• Familiarity with RF connector types and proper RF assembly handling (SMA, SMPM, SMP, U.FL/MHF)
• Experience with simulation tools such as LTspice, MATLAB, or ADS
• Familiarity with version control and PLM/MRP systems (Arena, Altium 365, or similar)
• Understanding of EMI/EMC design principles and military environmental standards (MIL-STD-461, -810)
• Experience in a defense, aerospace, or other regulated hardware development environment
• Coursework or project experience with RF systems, antenna theory, or communications

Responsibilities

• Hardware Design & Development
• Support schematic capture and PCB layout reviews for RF front-end, digital, and power electronics subsystems within the Titan platform
• Assist in component selection and BOM generation, including analysis of component datasheets for electrical characteristics, operating range, and supply-chain availability
• Participate in design reviews (PDR, CDR) and generate or maintain technical documentation including interface control documents, schematics, and assembly drawings
• Test & Verification
• Develop and execute hardware verification test procedures for RF, analog, and digital board assemblies
• Perform bench characterization of assemblies using standard lab instruments (VNAs, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies, DMMs)
• Support system-level RF link budget analysis and assist in correlation of measured vs. predicted performance
• Document test results, identify anomalies, and work with senior engineers to root-cause hardware failures
• Production & Manufacturing Support
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to support PCB assembly builds, rework guidance, and first-article inspections
• Maintain serialized component tracking and configuration records across production lots
• Assist in drafting and updating manufacturing work instructions, test fixtures, and acceptance test procedures (ATPs)
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Interface with firmware, systems, and mechanical engineering teams to resolve hardware-software and hardware-mechanical integration issues
• Support field integration and testing events as required

Benefits

• AV offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including:
• Annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
• For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees