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Lead Electrical Engineer

Cincinnati, OH · Hybrid

$153K - $160K/yr

... Principal Electrical Engineer • Hardware Design EngineerElectronics Design Engineer • Power Electronics Engineer • Defense Systems Engineer • Avionics Engineer Education • Bachelor ...

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How much do principal electronics engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal electronics engineer in Ohio is $139,962.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $112,700.00 and $164,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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Lead Electrical Engineer

Three Point Solutions

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

$142K - $161K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Job Title:         Lead Electrical Engineer
Client:              Aerospace / Aviation / Defense Company
Location:         Cincinnati, OH
Duration:         Full-Time
Shift:                4/10 Work Schedule (4 Days/Week)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and development for military fuzing and ordnance systems
• Develop and refine system and product requirements
• Design analog, digital, power, and sensor interface circuits
• Perform component selection, simulations, and tolerance analysis
• Develop and execute test plans and qualification testing
• Troubleshoot electronic hardware and conduct root cause investigations
• Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
• Interface with customers and cross-functional engineering teams
• Lead technical reviews and engineering activities
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and design review materials
• Manage multiple engineering projects and priorities simultaneously

Required Skills

• Analog circuit design
• Digital circuit design
• Power supply and converter design
• Sensor integration
• Circuit simulation and analysis
• Hardware testing and troubleshooting
• Root cause analysis
• Technical leadership
• Engineering documentation
• Customer-facing communication skills
• Project management and multitasking abilities

Preferred Technical Skills

• Differential amplifiers
• Operational amplifiers (Op-Amps)
• Filters and signal conditioning
• Logic gates and timer circuits
• EMI/EMC mitigation
• ESD protection techniques
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Circuit tolerance analysis
• Module and subsystem design

Software & Tools

• SPICE
• MATLAB
• Simulink
• Altium Designer
• PADS
• Oscilloscopes
• Function Generators
• Electronic Test Equipment

Industry Experience Preferred

• Aerospace & Defense
• Military Electronics
• Ordnance Systems
• Electronic Safety and Arming Devices (ESAD)
• Ruggedized Electronic Systems
• Environmental Testing
• Safety Review Boards
• Energetic Materials

Ideal Background

• Lead Electrical Engineer
• Senior Electrical Engineer
• Principal Electrical Engineer
• Hardware Design Engineer
• Electronics Design Engineer
• Power Electronics Engineer
• Defense Systems Engineer
• Avionics Engineer

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering required
• Master's Degree preferred

Security Requirement

• Must be eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required

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