Electrical Systems Architect – Unmanned Systems

JOB TITLE: Electrical Systems Architect - Unmanned Systems
LOCATION: Irvine CA
PAY RATE: $67.70-108.55/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (6 months with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical dental and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary

Summary:

• Lead top-level electrical system architecture development for UAS platforms

• Serve as technical lead and design authority for electrical subsystems

• Conduct trade studies to evaluate components and system-level impacts; make data-driven architecture decisions

• Define and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and subsystem requirements to ensure compatibility and performance

• Collaborate with mechanical software and systems teams to ensure electrical system integrity across the product lifecycle

• Guide integration testing and validation of electrical systems on UAS platforms

• Mentor junior electrical engineers and promote technical rigor and innovation

• Drive continuous improvement in design methodologies documentation practices and system-level engineering processes

Requirements:

• Must be eligible to obtain Export Authorization and DoD Clearance if required

• Bachelor s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

• Equivalent experience may be considered

• 10 years of professional experience as an aircraft systems architect

• Advanced expertise in electrical engineering including circuit design power electronics embedded systems and signal integrity

• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining ICDs and defining electrical subsystem requirements

• Strong background in trade study execution and component evaluation for system optimization

• Experience troubleshooting and performing root cause analysis in complex systems

• Significant background in UAS Airborne ISR or low-cost expendable aircraft design

• Experience in regulated industries such as Aerospace Defense or Government contracting

• Work environments range from general office to warehouse or production floor

• Ability to stand climb crouch and reach as needed

• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs

• Movement between departments floors and worksites may be required

• May involve heavy lifting crawling climbing in/out of equipment or outdoor work

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract contract-to-hire and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering IT production maintenance and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen lawful permanent resident or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace aviation engineering maintenance aircraft design defense

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