Team Leader, Electronics Engineering
Our client is a fast-growing Southern California technology innovator solving mission-critical challenges for customers in the aerospace and defense markets. They design, develop, and manufacture advanced products for ground, maritime, and airborne applications. Their products have been deployed in every extreme environment on Earth!
We’re seeking a Team Leader, Electronics Engineering to join our growing Tactical Systems Department. This department develops cutting-edge, ruggedized military hardware to support operations via air, land, or sea. It focuses on tightly integrated, compact sensing and computing technologies to deliver mission-critical information. Their products have been deployed and proven across all seven continents in the harshest environments on the planet.
The Team Leader, Electronics Engineering will lead the development of cutting-edge vetronics products for DoD applications. This position will manage in-house engineers and contract support across areas such as mixed-signal analog/digital design, FPGA/microcontroller development, and full system integration. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams in electrical, mechanical, firmware, and software engineering, as well as program tech leads, managers, and engineering directors.
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership, Design & Development:
- Lead the electrical engineering team in new product development to meet customer requirements and company objectives.
- Support the definition of hardware architectures, ensuring alignment with functional requirements, design re-use, manufacturability, and testability.
- Oversee design, analysis, and testing, ensuring compliance with MIL standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810, 461, 704) and meeting ruggedization, EMI/EMC, and power requirements.
- Manage the development of high-quality documentation packages, including schematics, parts lists, test plans, qualification reports, and technical manuals.
- Guide hardware/software integration and acceptance testing, providing oversight and feedback on deliverables.
- Engage in hands-on design, troubleshooting, and problem-solving as needed in areas of expertise.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Mentorship & Project Support:
- Mentor and develop the electrical engineering team to enhance skills and maintain high performance.
- Collaborate with tech leads, program managers, and principal investigators on task assignments, budget allocation, and project planning.
- Provide technical insight, planning, and progress updates to stakeholders to ensure project milestones are achieved.
Requirements
Technical Skills:
- B.S. or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in analog/digital circuit design and embedded electronics firmware development.
- 2+ years of management experience preferred.
- Strong hands-on experience in designing and troubleshooting microcontroller and FPGA-based systems.
- Proficiency in E-CAD tools (preferably Altium) and generating fabrication/assembly drawings.
- Experience with environmental and EMI/EMC qualification testing per MIL standards.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and systems engineering skills.
People & Communication Skills:
- Collaborative and adaptable, able to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting to customers, program managers, and technical teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Nice to Haves:
Experience with SBIR programs and transitioning technologies from prototype to production. Familiarity with military vehicle integration, qualification testing, and field support. Experience in developing/managing CONOPs, system design, architecture, and requirements.
What You Can Expect:
- The ability to innovate, transition a prototype technology into a new product, and be rewarded.
- The chance to continually work on new differentiating technologies and implement simple, elegant solutions to meet customer needs and make an impact.
- Leadership that enables its engineers with all the tools they need to be successful.
Pay Range:
$160,000–$195,000However, base salary for this position will vary based on your skills, qualifications, and experience.
Benefits:
- 4 Weeks PTO per year (including 40 hours of PTO on your first day)
- 10 paid holidays
- 401(k) with 100% employer matching up to 4% of salary (no vesting period)
- Multiple options for Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance plans
- Health Savings Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Assistance (30% of tuition with a minimum grade)
- 100% Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 100% Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- 100% Paid Workers’ Compensation Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance