Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Engineer III - Aerospace + UAV Work!!!

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer III designs, develops, modifies, and evaluates electronic components, integrated circuits, and hardware systems for small unmanned aircraft platforms and related electrical engineering applications. This role selects components and equipment based on detailed analysis of specifications and reliability, defines design approaches and parameters, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, innovative electronic systems. The position requires a strong foundation in electrical engineering fundamentals, hands-on design experience, and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, modify, and evaluate electronic parts, components, integrated circuitry, and hardware systems for electronic equipment and electrical engineering applications.
• Select components and equipment based on thorough analysis of specifications, performance requirements, and reliability considerations.
• Determine design approaches, parameters, and methodologies for electronic systems and subsystems.
• Conduct general engineering and design of electronic systems for small unmanned aircraft vehicles in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Perform schematic capture and printed circuit board (PCB) layout using Altium Designer to create manufacturable and reliable designs.
• Apply expertise in areas such as Radio Frequency (RF), embedded control, and FPGA design to develop and integrate system solutions.
• Design and support power electronics systems, including motor control and battery technologies such as lead acid, nickel metal hydride, and lithium-ion.
• Troubleshoot complex electronic and electromechanical systems, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Integrate and validate systems that utilize common industry communication protocols including LVDS, I2C, HDMI, UART, SPI, CAN, and USB.
• Collaborate with small teams to share a broad variety of duties, contributing to system design, integration, testing, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in flight test operations, including on-site support and problem resolution, which may involve travel.
• Apply sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques to develop solutions for a wide range of technical issues.
• Share ideas and experiences with colleagues, solicit feedback, and ask relevant questions to enhance team performance and product quality.
• Take ownership of current and past work products, ensuring they meet quality standards and align with organizational objectives.
• Demonstrate consistency in following company policies, procedures, and engineering best practices.
• Continuously learn from mistakes, seek opportunities to improve processes, and drive enhancements in personal, team, and organizational performance.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, providing clear technical updates, documentation, and support as needed.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by focusing on teamwork, supporting colleagues, and prioritizing the success of the team.

Essential Skills

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
• Proficiency with office software, computer-based productivity tools, and other software tools relevant to electrical engineering work.
• Hands-on experience using Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Radio Frequency (RF), embedded control, or FPGA design.
• Experience with power electronics, including motor control and battery technologies such as lead acid, nickel metal hydride, and lithium-ion.
• Demonstrated competency in troubleshooting complex electronic systems.
• Familiarity with common industry communication protocols including LVDS, I2C, HDMI, UART, SPI, CAN, and USB.
• Strong knowledge of general engineering fundamentals, including mathematics, physics, and material properties.
• Ability to resolve a wide range of technical issues using creative and practical approaches.
• Sound judgment in the selection of methods and techniques for obtaining engineering solutions.
• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties.
• Clean driving record to support travel requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is a plus.
• Flight test or remote control (R/C) experience is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with tools and laboratory equipment is a plus.
• Familiarity with small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) subsystems and associated software.
• Demonstrated consistency in complying with organizational policies and procedures.
• Strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
• Commitment to learning from mistakes and continuously improving performance.
• Ability to share ideas, solicit feedback, and ask insightful questions to support team learning.
• Team-oriented mindset, with a focus on collaboration and placing team success above individual interests.

Work Environment

This role operates in a dynamic engineering environment focused on the development of electronic systems for small unmanned aircraft vehicles. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, using tools such as Altium Designer, office productivity software, and specialized engineering software to design, analyze, and validate complex electronic systems. The position involves a mix of office-based design work, laboratory or workshop activities for hands-on testing and troubleshooting, and occasional field work to support flight test operations. Travel of up to approximately 30% may be required to support these tests and on-site activities. The environment is fast-paced and deadline-driven, with small teams sharing a broad range of responsibilities and collaborating closely to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.

This is a Permanent position based out of Huntsville, AL.

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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