Electrical Engineer II

AeroVironment•Germantown, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AV is a leading provider of cutting-edge security solutions, specializing in advanced perimeter intrusion detection systems. We are dedicated to safeguarding our clients by delivering innovative and reliable security technologies. We are seeking a motivated and versatile Electrical Engineer II to support the design, integration, and testing of RF and electronic systems. This role combines hands-on engineering development with occasional field support, providing the opportunity to see systems transition from concept to real-world deployment. The ideal candidate is a well-rounded engineer who enjoys solving practical problems, working across disciplines, and occasionally stepping outside the lab to support testing and operational activities in dynamic environments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
3 - 7 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering
Experience with circuit design, testing, and troubleshooting
Familiarity with laboratory test equipment and measurement techniques
Ability to work hands-on with hardware systems
Willing and able to travel (10-25%) and support field testing activities
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
U.S. Citizenship required
Must be willing and able to obtain a DoD security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with RF systems, communications, or phased array technologies
Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium)
Experience with embedded systems or FPGA-based hardware
Exposure to environmental or field testing (e.g., range testing, flight testing)
Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams
An active (or active within the last 2 years) Secret or higher level of DoD security clearance is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Support the design and development of electrical systems, including analog, digital, and RF subsystems
Assist in schematic capture, PCB layout coordination, and component selection
Perform circuit analysis, simulation, and validation testing
Contribute to system integration efforts across electrical, mechanical, and software domains
Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and test reports
Support bring-up, troubleshooting, and debugging of hardware systems
Work with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power supplies
Analyze test data and recommend design improvements
Participate in field test events, including system setup, operation, and teardown
Troubleshoot system issues in real-time under field conditions
Support data collection and initial analysis during test events
Travel periodically to test sites, including remote or austere environments
Coordinate with program, operations, and customer teams during field activities
Maintain clear and organized engineering documentation (designs, test results, procedures)
Support configuration management and engineering change processes
Contribute to design reviews and technical discussions
Other duties as assigned