Electrical Engineer

Arete Associates•Niwot, CO

33d•$95,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. We are seeking junior and mid-level candidates with a strong foundation in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field to bridge the gap between software development and hardware systems. This role involves designing and implementing solutions that integrate hardware components, including drones, electro-optical sensors, lasers, lidar, comms, and FPGAs, with advanced software applications.

Requirements

B.S. or higher in Robotics, Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of experience. Significant direct production engineering experience may substitute for education
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C++, or embedded system languages
Comfortable with hands-on field testing of hardware and software systems and working with interdisciplinary teams
Hands-on experience with robotic sensors (e.g., LIDARs, cameras, IMUs) and platforms
Organization and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Proven capability to develop creative solutions to complex technical problem
Ability to communicate clearly both written and verbally
U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with microcontrollers, FPGAs, or similar platforms
Familiarity with communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN
A background in hardware debugging tools and methodologies
Intellectual curiosity and a desire for continuous learning

Responsibilities

Work with a team of skilled professionals to design, build, and test electro-optic systems
Apply expertise in embedded systems and real-time control to develop novel sensing platforms and edge devices
Support system design and implementation from initial concept through production
Write efficient, reliable code to interface with hardware and optimize system performance
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop prototype systems and bring concepts to production readiness
Contribute to projects involving robotics, computer vision, motion control, and real-time data acquisition.