Electrical Engineer

Special Aerospace Services • Huntsville, AL

19h • $110,000 - $160,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Aurex Defense is seeking a talented and experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team. You'll be at the forefront of developing innovative hardware solutions for next-generation spacecraft, aircraft, and robotic systems. This role requires a combination of technical expertise and problem-solving skills to contribute to innovative projects.

Requirements

• Only U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance will be considered.
• Work in person at our corporate headquarters in Huntsville AL
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field with relevant experience in the industry
• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or relevant field with experience in applying your knowledge to real-world systems
• 2-5 years of industry experience in electrical design and development
• Proven experience in designing hardware for space, aircraft, or robotic systems
• Extensive knowledge of circuit design software and simulation tools
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in circuit design and power electronics, including switch-mode power supply design, battery systems, and Li-Po battery management
• Proficiency in circuit simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, LTSpice) and hands-on lab testing/troubleshooting with oscilloscopes and other diagnostic equipment
• Experience implementing microcontrollers and communication protocols such as serial, RS232/485, I2C, SPI, and Ethernet
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes for electronics (e.g., PCB fabrication, soldering, assembly)
• Experience with rapid prototyping techniques for circuits and systems

Responsibilities

• Conduct market surveys, feasibility studies and create detailed design concepts
• Conduct trade studies and perform design optimization
• Design and develop electrical components and systems for space, aircraft, or robotic applications
• Create and manage detailed circuit schematics, PCB layouts, and simulations using tools such as Altium or similar software
• Perform electrical analysis on systems, including power integrity, signal integrity, and EMI/EMC, to ensure performance in harsh environments
• Support prototyping, testing, and validation of electrical systems, iterating designs based on test results, with hands-on lab troubleshooting using tools like oscilloscopes
• Develop and maintain test plans and procedures
• Oversee manufacturing and assembly processes for PCBs and electronic assemblies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and project managers

Benefits

• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge spacecraft, aircraft and robotics systems with real-world impact.
• A collaborative and fast-paced work environment with passionate engineers.
• Top-tier salary and benefits package.
• Continuous learning and growth opportunities
• We offer a comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation, providing incentives and benefits that extend far beyond the base salary.
• We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level