Electrical Engineer / Counter-UAS

ATSC IES INC•Gilbert, AZ

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, and integration of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS). The role focuses on electrical architecture, power distribution, signal integrity, and integration of advanced sensor and countermeasure technologies. The ideal candidate has experience with complex, mission-critical systems in defense, aerospace, or similar high-reliability environments. The engineer will design electrical systems and architectures for C-UAS platforms; support integration of radar, RF detection systems, EO/IR sensors, communications equipment, and countermeasure technologies; create schematics, wiring diagrams, harness designs, and electrical documentation; and conduct electrical analysis and subsystem testing. The role also involves collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams, vendor and manufacturer coordination, standards compliance, field testing, debugging, and deployment support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in electrical design and system integration.
Strong understanding of power systems, analog and digital circuitry, and embedded interfaces.
Experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools such as Altium, OrCAD, or KiCad.
Knowledge of EMI/EMC principles and mitigation techniques.
Experience troubleshooting complex electrical systems.
Familiarity with communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, and CAN.
Ability to work in multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with C-UAS, UAV, electronic warfare, or radar systems.
Background in RF systems or high-frequency design considerations.
Experience with power electronics, battery systems, or ruggedized hardware.
Knowledge of SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) constraints for mobile or deployable systems.
Familiarity with FPGA-based systems or high-speed digital design.
Experience supporting environmental and qualification testing.
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Active security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Design and develop electrical systems and architectures for C-UAS platforms, including power distribution, signal routing, and grounding strategies.
Support integration of radar, RF detection systems, EO/IR sensors, communications equipment, and countermeasure technologies.
Create schematics, wiring diagrams, harness designs, and electrical documentation.
Perform electrical analysis, including power budgets, noise and interference mitigation, and signal integrity assessments.
Collaborate with RF, software, mechanical, and systems engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
Support PCB design and review processes, including layout guidance for EMI/EMC performance.
Develop and execute test plans for electrical subsystems, including bring-up, validation, and troubleshooting.
Ensure compliance with military and industry standards, including MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-704, and DO-160.
Interface with vendors and manufacturers for component selection, procurement, and production support.
Support field testing, debugging, and system deployment activities.