Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: El Segundo CA(Need Local)
Salary: $95000 $135000 per year
Employment Type: Permanent
About the Company Client pioneers innovative Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) solutions redefining logistics and saving lives globally including critical military applications. We are committed to delivering cuttingedge drone technologies that enhance efficiency safety and performance. Join our team to help shape the future of UAV systems.
Job Description As a Senior Electrical Engineer you will play a pivotal role in the design development and optimization of electronic systems particularly focusing on UAVs. The role emphasizes designing Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) managing highpower electrical systems and integrating advanced battery technologies. You will collaborate across teams to ensure the functionality reliability and efficiency of UAV electronic systems while adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
This is an onsite handson role based in El Segundo CA with working hours from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Key Responsibilities - PCB Design & Development:
- Design and implement PCBs from concept to production ensuring adherence to technical specifications.
- Perform schematic capture thorough reviews and PCB layout and routing using CAD software.
- Create and maintain detailed documentation including assembly drawings and BOMs.
- System Testing & Validation:
- Design and assemble test equipment and fixtures for subsystem validation and debugging.
- Conduct design verification stress testing thermal analysis and EMC/EMI compliance testing.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues during development and production phases.
- HighPower Systems & Battery Integration:
- Lead integration and management of battery systems for UAV applications ensuring safety and reliability.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams on electrical architecture for UAV systems.
- Generate cable harness drawings and assist in system integration.
- Regulatory Compliance & Documentation:
- Ensure all designs meet regulatory standards and contribute to certification documentation.
- Regularly document work in company systems to retain institutional knowledge.
Qualifications Education & Experience:
- Bachelors Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in robotics or related fields.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in PCB schematic design routing and testing tools (Oscilloscopes Spectrum Analyzers Logic Analyzers).
- Advanced knowledge of Altium KiCAD Python and C/C.
- Experience with ESC systems BLDC motors and Battery Management Systems.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong leadership and ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication problemsolving and teamwork abilities.
Language:
- Fluency in English (written and spoken).