Sr. Electrical Engineer

Discover your career's true potential at Advanced Programs Inc. (API), leaders in national security solutions since 1969! Join our dynamic, close-knit team, where innovation meets impact. Our agile, flexible work environment not only drives professional growth but also nurtures personal development. At API, you're not just an employee; you're part of a legacy where impactful cions thrive in a vibrant, supportive setting. Elevate your career and experience the power of a small, collaborative team with big opportunities!

Embark on a mission with API – where innovation meets impact! Join us as we revolutionize national security, responding swiftly to customer needs, and forging ahead with cutting-edge solutions. At API, we don't just meet expectations; we exceed them, creating a legacy of success in the ever-evolving landscape of intelligence, defense, and foreign affairs. This is your chance to be part of something extraordinary!

Position Summary

Unleash your potential as a Sr. Electrical Engineer at Advanced Programs, where you'll design secure products empowering the United States, NATO, and allies to safeguard sensitive information in high-threat environments. Engage in the research, development, and design of cutting-edge communications, computing, and networking products that adhere to rigorous security standards, including emanations (TEMPEST/TSG).

As a key player in our team, you'll be immersed in component-level design of analog and digital systems, specializing in EMI/RFI design. Seize the opportunity to learn from industry leaders and become a subject matter expert yourself in our flexible and dynamic work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the component-level design of analog and digital systems, ensuring optimal performance with a focus on EMI/RFI compliance and TEMPEST & TSG design standards
• Design and implement filter circuits with precision, ensuring minimal interference and signal integrity
• Utilize ORCAD PCB design software (or similar tools) for schematic capture and PCB layout. Experience with Ansys HFSS Software is a plus
• Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers, TEMPEST engineers, and other technical disciplines during system integration of prototypes and production units
• Serve as Project Lead, managing budgets, schedules, and ensuring delivery of high-quality engineering output
• Review and approve all relevant schematics, PCB layouts, and drawings associated with TEMPEST & TSG product development
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to diagnose and resolve production-related test issues for TEMPEST-compliant units
• Evaluate existing operational systems and recommend design modifications to improve performance, reliability, and compliance
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of program and organizational goals
• Willingness to travel occasionally (less than 5%) to support project or customer needs

What You Can Expect

• End-to-End Involvement: You’ll contribute across the entire engineering lifecycle—from concept and design through prototyping, integration, and delivery
• Hands-On Innovation: Expect a blend of desk and lab work, with frequent opportunities to prototype, test, and refine your own designs
• Small-Team Impact: At API, your contributions won’t get lost in layers of hierarchy. You’ll be visible and essential, working alongside experts who value initiative and creativity
• Mission Relevance: The systems you design will have a direct role in safeguarding national security and supporting real-world defense and intelligence missions
• Learning & Growth: With exposure to advanced technologies and industry leaders, you’ll be well-positioned to expand your skills and advance your career
• Fast-Paced Variety: Projects are diverse and fast-moving. No two weeks are the same, and you’ll constantly engage with new challenges and technologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering or higher education
• 15+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on EMI/RFI design and TEMPEST/TSG standards
• Strong experience designing filter circuits and using ORCAD or similar PCB design software
• Strong experience in both analog and digital system design
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams, including mechanical engineers and TEMPEST engineers.
• Project management experience, including schedule and budget oversight
• Current Security Clearance or ability to obtain one is required
• Prior experience with national security or defense-related projects is a plus

Work Environment

• On-site work is required for lab access, prototyping, or classified project support
• Flexible schedules may be available depending on project phase
• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to acquire a security clearance is required due to the nature of our work

API is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

The likely salary range for this position is $155,000 to $175,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, API considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.