Electrical Engineer, Mid-level

CACI International•Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

7d•$82,700 - $173,900•Onsite

About The Position

CACI is seeking an established and productive Electrical Engineer to join their technical team. As an independent contributor, this role will investigate electrical designs, analyze communication signals, and characterize electronic devices while working on moderately complex projects with general supervision. This role provides opportunities to develop technical expertise, contribute directly to departmental results, and grow professional capabilities in a challenging technical environment.

Requirements

Active Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI
ABET accredited BSE in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field with 3 to 5+ years of experience
Proficiency in interpreting and understanding electronic schematics
Solid understanding of electronic components and their functions, with an emphasis on analyzing electronic circuits
Hands-on experience using laboratory benchtop equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators, from academic projects or internships
A solid understanding of RF principles and measurement techniques
Experience with communication bus protocols such as SPI, I2C, and UART
Capable of writing complex technical reports
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, solving problems through prior experience and issue analysis
Effective communication skills to explain technical information to various audiences

Nice To Haves

MSE in Electrical Engineering
Familiarity with IED and/or UXS technologies
Basic programming experience in C/C++ or Python for hardware interfacing
Exposure to Software Defined Radio (SDR) platforms
Knowledge of communication protocols and security concepts
MATLAB or LabVIEW programming and analysis experience
Experience with Vector Network Analyzers and advanced RF test equipment
Understanding of embedded software/hardware systems
Experience providing technical guidance to junior staff

Responsibilities

Work independently with general supervision on electrical analysis projects, performing circuit research, schematic creation, and laboratory time and frequency domain testing
Execute larger, moderately complex projects and technical assignments within the electrical analysis domain, setting objectives to meet program goals
Work with digital communication protocols like SPI, I2C, UART, and other interfaces to analyze data flow within devices
Measure and analyze radio frequency (RF) signals to identify physical layer characteristics including modulation types, frequencies, bandwidths, and power levels
Decode RF modulation schemes to extract data and understand signal encoding mechanisms
Implement technical solutions and analytical approaches, making adjustments and recommending enhancements to improve effectiveness and solve problems
Address somewhat complex technical issues requiring depth of knowledge from multiple technical areas, drawing from prior experience and systematic analysis
Create device characterization data and technical summaries for reports and customer deliverables
Communicate with contacts within the project area and technical department, providing information that may require explanation or interpretation to reach agreement
May work to influence parties within your job function at an operational level regarding technical approaches and procedures
Provide guidance and assistance to entry-level professionals and support staff as needed
Stay current with electronic technologies and analytical methods in your discipline