Electrical Engineer II

Worker Type

Job Description

Summary

AV is a leading provider of cutting-edge security solutions specializing in advanced perimeter intrusion detection systems. We are dedicated to safeguarding our clients by delivering innovative and reliable security technologies. We are seeking a motivated and versatile Electrical Engineer II to support the design integration and testing of RF and electronic systems. This role combines hands-on engineering development with occasional field support providing the opportunity to see systems transition from concept to real-world deployment.

The ideal candidate is a well-rounded engineer who enjoys solving practical problems working across disciplines and occasionally stepping outside the lab to support testing and operational activities in dynamic environments.

Position Responsibilities

• SupportthedesignanddevelopmentofelectricalsystemsincludinganalogdigitalandRF subsystems
• AssistinschematiccapturePCBlayoutcoordinationandcomponentselection
• Performcircuitanalysissimulationandvalidationtesting
• Contributetosystemintegrationeffortsacrosselectricalmechanicalandsoftwaredomains
• Developandexecutetest plansproceduresandtestreports
• Supportbring-uptroubleshootinganddebuggingofhardwaresystems
• Workwithtestequipmentsuchasoscilloscopesspectrumanalyzerssignalgeneratorsandpowersupplies
• Analyzetestdataandrecommenddesignimprovements
• Participateinfieldtesteventsincludingsystemsetupoperationandteardown
• Troubleshootsystemissuesinreal-timeunderfieldconditions
• Supportdatacollectionandinitialanalysisduringtestevents
• Travelperiodicallytotestsitesincludingremoteoraustereenvironments
• CoordinatewithprogramoperationsandcustomerteamsduringfieldactivitiesMaintainclearandorganizedengineeringdocumentation(designstestresultsprocedures)
• Supportconfigurationmanagementandengineeringchangeprocesses
• Contributetodesignreviewsandtechnicaldiscussions
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 3 - 7 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering
• Experience with circuit design testing and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with laboratory test equipment and measurement techniques
• Ability to work hands-on with hardware systems
• Willing and able to travel (10-25%) and support field testing activities
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Must be willing and able to obtain a DoD security clearance

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Experience with RF systems communications or phased array technologies
• Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g. Altium)
• Experience with embedded systems or FPGA-based hardware
• Exposure to environmental or field testing (e.g. range testing flight testing)
• Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams
• An active (or active within the last 2 years) Secret or higher level of DoD security clearance is desired but not required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and production environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance Level

The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the location the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironments determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironments business requirements. A U.S. person according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical dental vision 401K with company matching a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isnt for everyone. We hire the curious the relentless the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We dont just build defense technologywe redefine whats possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S. AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air land sea space and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonianbut were not building history were building whats next.

If youre ready to build technology that matterswith speed scale and purposetheres no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans. AeroVironment Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability protected veteran status genetic datasexual orientation gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR