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Senior Electrical Engineer

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Senior Electrical Engineer

Huntsville, AL • On-site, Remote

SAIC
IT Services • 10K+ employees
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$105K - $137K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

SAIC rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job ID: 2615832

Location: Huntsville, AL, US

Date Posted: 2026-08-20

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Electrical Engr

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 25% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE


Description

SAIC is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team of industry-leading innovators and technical experts. This role involves designing, analyzing, and managing complex electrical systems for a reconfigurable air defense project supporting defense, government, and commercial in Huntsville, AL.

Key Responsibilities

  • System Design and Implementation:
    • Proficiency in designing and developing electrical components and systems.
    • Experience in integrating software design with electrical components.
    • Proficiency with design software such as SolidWorks, Altium Designer, or similar tools.
    • Perform calculations, simulations, and analysis for circuit design, power distribution, grounding, and load flow.
  • Collaboration and Integration:
    • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program managers, and clients to develop integrated solutions that meet technical and programmatic requirements.
    • Coordinate with mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical designs into broader system architectures.
    • Assist with managing engineering tasks across all phases of a project, from concept development and requirements definition to design, testing, and delivery.
  • Design Review and Compliance:
    • Conduct and participate in formal design reviews to verify compliance with specifications, regulations, and project objectives.
    • Ensure designs meet safety, performance, and regulatory standards, including NEC, IEEE, MIL-STD, and other relevant codes.
  • Troubleshooting and Testing:
    • Develop testing plans and validate the performance of electrical systems per design specifications.
    • Perform fault analysis and provide cost-effective solutions to technical challenges, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.
  • Documentation and Reporting:
    • Create detailed technical documentation, including drawings, schematics, test reports, and technical manuals.
    • Generate progress reports, risk assessments, and presentations to communicate status and results to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Technical Leadership:
    • Mentor and guide junior engineers, provide technical oversight, and foster professional growth.
    • Lead technical discussions with clients and stakeholders, offering guidance and recommendations.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience in Electrical Engineering; Additional six (6) years’ experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle). 

Clearance Requirements:

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret (active Secret preferred).

Required Qualifications:

  • 9+ years’ professional experience in electrical design, system integration, and testing, preferably in government, defense, or aerospace projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of electrical power systems, circuit design, and signal systems.
  • Familiarity with industry standards and codes, including NEC, NESC, IEEE, and MIL-STD.
  • Experience with system integrative challenges for deploying electrical systems in environments with stringent requirements.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills to collaborate with coworkers, stakeholders, and external customers effectively.

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