Electrical Engineer - 1689
About The Position
Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is seeking a talented, motivated, and imaginative Electrical Engineer with strong hands-on electrical and mechanical prototyping capabilities for its High Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM). The ideal candidate is a natural tinkerer who enjoys experimenting with electronics, sensors, robotics, motors, open-source solutions, and mechanical systems. This role involves supporting research and development activities and transitioning innovative technologies for the DoD, DoE, and their contractors in Colorado Springs, CO. The candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn with experienced professionals on long-standing and new programs, contributing in a multidisciplinary nature from conception through operation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering OR a closely related engineering field
- 1 - 5 years of relevant engineering experience, including internships, research, or hands-on projects
- Solid understanding of electrical circuits, electronic components, and fundamental electrical principles
- Hands-on experience building, modifying, and troubleshooting electronic and mechanical devices using electrical test equipment, soldering, and basic fabrication tools
- Familiarity with CAD, 3D printing, microcontrollers, or other prototyping technologies
- Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, with a natural curiosity for figuring out how things work
- Willingness to learn new skills, explore new technologies, and work beyond traditional electrical engineering responsibilities
- Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently in a hands-on R&D environment
- US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
- May require Moderate physical effort, involving standing, sitting and use of hands while performing duties, carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds
- Working environment is indoor, moderately quiet, reasonably clean, well-lighted and well-ventilated, moderate physical hazards may exist
Nice To Haves
- 5 – 7 years of relevant experience
- Personal, academic, or professional projects involving electronics, robotics, or electromechanical systems
- Exposure to rapid prototyping, iterative design, and hands-on research and development
- Proficiency in schematic capture, PCB design, and electronic circuit prototyping
- Experience with mechanical CAD, 3D printing, machining, or other fabrication techniques
- Demonstrated ability to integrate electrical and mechanical components into functional prototypes
- Familiarity with high-voltage systems, electrical safety practices, or high-voltage testing environments
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with engineers and technical experts to develop creative solutions, taking ownership of projects from concept to working prototypes
- Support hands-on research and development through experimentation, prototyping, testing, and customer demonstrations
- Build, modify, and troubleshoot electrical circuits, components, sensors, actuators, and electromechanical systems
- Develop creative mechanical solutions and build functional prototypes using CAD, 3D printing, hand tools, and other fabrication techniques
- Explore and experiment with new technologies, components, materials, and open-source solutions
- Test and refine prototypes to improve performance and reliability while documenting results and lessons learned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
- A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)
- Tuition & certification reimbursement
- Flexible work schedules
- Discretionary Employee bonuses
- 401(k) match/profit sharing
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
