Sr. Electrical Engineer

GD Information Technology•Chesapeake, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Electronics Engineer Senior at GDIT, you will transform technology into opportunity by supporting mission-critical government projects. This role involves supporting engineering development, testing, and product manufacturing teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical aptitude, exceptional electrical troubleshooting abilities, and proficiency in AutoCAD. Efficiency in product testing, quality maintenance, and timely documentation upkeep are crucial. The position also requires creative problem-solving skills and effective collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, including providing innovative solutions, brainstorming, and utilizing 3D modeling and 3D printing for prototyping and testing.

Requirements

5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Electrical or Electronics preferred)
Minimum 5 years as an electrical engineer, electronics engineer, or related.
Understanding of electrical engineering principles (voltage, current, resistance), cable/wiring anatomy, and printed circuit board hardware/software functionality.
Proficiency in AutoCAD software creating and modifying electrical drawings.
Hands-on problem-solving skills to independently troubleshoot problems and find possible root causes related to test equipment, unit under test, and test procedures.
Ability to trace and correct faults down to the component level.
Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) design experience.
Knowledge of software/firmware programming.
Technical reading/writing competency.
Experience with assembly of mechanical hardware and subassemblies.
Desire to build and test devices ranging from small quantities to larger batches.
Current Active Clearance Required or the Ability to Obtain

Responsibilities

Supports operations, functionality, and production efforts including design, build/assembly, test, evaluation, failure investigation, troubleshooting, repairs, and reporting.
Contributes to creating, reviewing, and updating electrical drawings in AutoCAD.
Contributes to creating, reviewing, and updating electrical schematics and technical documentation.
Supports laboratory or field-testing activities.
Ensure products & systems meet test parameters, operational requirements, and development deadlines.
Diagnose/resolves failures and assist with modifications to parts, subassemblies, and printed circuit boards as needed.
Analyzes test data to identify, isolate, and resolve performance problems.
Supports corrective/preventive action processes and equipment preservation.
Delivers product documentation, test reports, and failure investigation records.
Aid in design verification testing of hardware and software against requirements.
Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.
Ensures build and testing methodology is compliant with company, military, and industry standards.

Benefits

AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Competitive pay and paid time off
Award-winning culture of innovation
Military-friendly workplace
Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance