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Principal Engineer #ESF7061

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical/Electronics, Systems Engineering, or related technical field (Master's preferred). * 10+ years of relevant engineering experience in complex ...

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Principal Engineer #ESF7061

Kalamazoo, MI

$110K - $130K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical/Electronics, Systems Engineering, or related technical field (Master's preferred). * 10+ years of relevant engineering experience in complex ...

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BMS Principle Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI

$30 - $35/hr

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The Principal BMS Engineer defines technical direction, owns system-level architecture decisions ... Serve as technical authority for BMS architecture, including firmware, electronics, sensing ...

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How much do principal electronics engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal electronics engineer in Michigan is $128,316.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,300.00 and $150,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a principal electronics engineer?

A principal electronics engineer is a senior technical professional responsible for designing, developing, and overseeing complex electronic systems and components. They often lead engineering teams, ensure technical standards are met, and utilize tools like CAD software and testing equipment. This role typically requires extensive experience, advanced knowledge of electronics, and relevant certifications or degrees.

What is the difference between Principal Electronics Engineer vs Electronics Engineer?

AspectPrincipal Electronics EngineerElectronics Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electronics Engineering, professional certifications often preferredBachelor's degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering
Work EnvironmentDesign teams, R&D departments, project leadership rolesDesign, testing, and development in engineering teams
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, aerospace, defense, manufacturingElectronics manufacturing, consumer electronics, telecommunications

The main difference is that a Principal Electronics Engineer typically holds a senior, leadership-oriented role with advanced expertise, overseeing projects and guiding teams, while an Electronics Engineer focuses on designing and developing electronic systems at a more technical level. Both roles require strong technical skills, but the Principal position involves more strategic responsibilities and experience.

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Infographic showing various Principal Electronics Engineer job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $128,316 per year, or $61.7 per hour.

Sr Research Engineer-Project Principal Investigator

SRI International

Ann Arbor, MI • On-site

$130K - $194K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Overview
SRI International is looking for a Sr. Research Engineer to work on-site at our Ann Arbor, MI office, and will participate in multi-disciplinary, collaborative teams and contribute to the development of state-of-the-art remote sensing solutions and surveillance technologies. Relevant sensor types are active/passive radar imaging systems. Projects will include the development of advanced sensor concepts to exploit new and unique phenomenology, and the associated design and validation activities. You will make leading-edge contributions to existing programs and help to shape the direction of future research efforts. Qualified candidates are a Principal Investigator or have the experience to develop in the near term into a Principal Investigator, designing new research paths, supervising research staff, and interacting with research sponsors to fund new program directions. Most programs are executed in small, highly collaborative groups.
From applied research to product development, the Advanced Technology and Systems Division (ATSD) Take a closer look! manages complex projects for government and commercial clients. The vision of ATSD is to create competitive advantages for our customers by inventing new technology and concepts resulting in disruptive, low cost, and high-performance solutions. The division advances the state of the art in diverse areas such as radar and electronic warfare; novel imaging technology; robotics; quantum sensing and metrology; marine technology; and applied optics.
Responsibilities
  • Develop new business by interfacing with clients and leading proposal efforts. Act as project Principal Investigator.
  • Work with an interdisciplinary team developing algorithms for exploitation of sensor data in geospatial contexts.
  • Formation and analysis of imagery products, development of advanced signal processing tools for image understanding and imagery exploitation, and the integration of data from multiple sources to enhance understanding.
  • Programming, algorithm development, design and execution of radar computational models & simulations, and analysis of results.
  • Leading team members to collect and analyze sensor data collected in the lab or field.
  • Leading team members to define software and system interfaces, system integration and testing, and field support to experiments and demonstrations.

Qualifications
  • Ph.D. degree in a relevant field with 2+ years experience; or Masters in related field with 5+ years experience or Bachelors in related field with 7+ years of related experience.
  • Experience marketing ideas to clients and writing contract R&D proposals.
  • U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance required.
  • Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance desired.
  • Solid analytical ability.
  • Ability to for travel to meet with clients and attend meetings

Experience with one or more of the following:
  • Experience associated with radar, imaging sensors, image processing, and signal/data processing applications.
  • Experience with software development in C and/or C++ and algorithm implementations in Python/MATLAB.
  • Experience with Unix/Linux operating system

The salary range is: $130,760-$194,505. Salary ranges will vary and are based on several factors, including geographic location, market competitiveness and equity amongst internal employees in similar roles. Positions may also qualify for SRI's Pay for Outstanding Performance program or the annual Performance Based Compensation program. SRI also has a competitive benefits package, to view details please go to https://www.sri.com/resources/benefits/. SRI will accept applications until the position is filled. SRI is an independent nonprofit research institute headquartered in Menlo Park, Calif., with a rich history of supporting government and industry. We create and deliver world-changing solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future. For more than 75 years, we have collaborated across technical and scientific disciplines to discover and develop groundbreaking products and technologies and bring innovations and ideas to the marketplace.

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