Senior Electrical Engineer

HavocAI • San Diego, CA

23h

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering team, focused on the design, integration, and testing of electrical systems for uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) and other unmanned platforms.
You will play a critical role in delivering mission-ready airborne systems, owning key electrical subsystems from concept through flight testing and deployment in demanding operational environments.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering (system design, integration, testing)
• Strong background in power electronics and electrical subsystem integration
• Experience with RF/comms systems (antennas, radios, GPS, telemetry links)
• Ability to create and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness documentation
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, test equipment, and troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of EMI/EMC, grounding, and airborne system constraints
• Experience integrating electrical systems into complex platforms (UAS, UAVs, or similar)
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a Secret Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience with UAS/UAV platforms or aerospace systems
• Familiarity with ECAD / harness tools (Altium, Zuken, SolidWorks Electrical, etc.)
• Experience with SWaP (size, weight, and power) optimization
• Knowledge of avionics integration, flight-critical systems, and redundancy design
• Strong analytical and root cause analysis skills

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate electrical subsystems including power distribution, power conversion, energy storage, RF/comms, flight computers, sensors, and signal distribution
• Develop system-level electrical architectures (power trees, grounding strategies, data buses, redundancy and failover systems)
• Evaluate electrical loads, weight/power tradeoffs, and environmental constraints for airborne platforms
• Conduct testing to validate RF performance, signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and communication link reliability
• Produce schematics, harness drawings, connector selections, and interface definitions
• Oversee harness fabrication with attention to weight optimization, vibration resistance, and flight reliability
• Ensure proper routing, shielding, and strain relief for airborne environments
• Lead subsystem bring-up, integration, and validation testing
• Diagnose issues across power systems, EMI/EMC, comms links, avionics, and embedded electronics
• Support flight testing and field operations, including hands-on debugging and rapid iteration
• Partner with mechanical engineers on packaging, thermal management, and structural integration
• Collaborate with software and systems teams to ensure robust interfaces across avionics and mission systems
• Contribute to system-level design decisions balancing performance, weight, and reliability
• Maintain schematics, ICDs, test reports, and configuration control documentation
• Support design reviews and engineering change processes
• Develop test procedures, build instructions, and QA processes for flight-ready hardware
• Ensure designs are manufacturable, repeatable, and suitable for field deployment

Benefits

• 100% Employer paid Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your families
• Life Insurance (Employer Paid)
• Ability to participate in the companies 401k program (Matching)
• Unlimited PTO policy with an enforced 2 week minimum
• Equity Package
• Work / Home Office Stipend
• Global Entry
• 16 Week Paid Parental Leave
• Monthly Health and Wellness Stipend

What This Job Offers

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