Outpost Space

Outpost Space

Electrical Engineer Manager

Huntsville, Alabama · Contract

No sponsorshipDetected 16 days ago
CybersecurityAltiumEmbedded SystemsAvionicsPLCAerospace EngineeringElectrical EngineeringLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoringOSHA

About the role

  • The majority of your time will be spent performing electrical engineering activities, with a smaller portion dedicated to mentoring team members, coordinating technical priorities, and approving timesheets.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of 2-6 electrical engineers and technicians.
  • Graduate degrees, military service, or technical accreditations/certifications may be substituted for experience years where applicable.

Responsibilities

  • Design and review wiring schematics, harness layouts, and electrical system architectures.
  • Support the assembly, integration, and testing of electrical enclosures and systems, ensuring proper grounding, shielding, and compliance with engineering standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical systems into larger assemblies and support overall system-level development efforts.
  • Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and modifications to existing electrical systems and hardware.
  • Document designs, assemblies, analyses, and test results in accordance with engineering standards and company procedures.
  • Support prototyping, qualification testing, production, and sustainment activities while adhering to safety protocols and quality requirements.
  • Perform limited administrative responsibilities, including timesheet approval, employee development discussions, and performance feedback.
  • Promote engineering best practices and support continuous improvement initiatives within the electrical engineering team.

Requirements

  • Candidate must possess a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university.
  • Candidate must have 8+ years of Electrical Engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated experience leading technical teams, projects, or engineering efforts.
  • Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, including Ohm's Law, circuit analysis, power distribution, grounding, shielding, and applicable safety standards (e.g., NEC or IPC).
  • Proficiency in reading, creating, and reviewing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
  • Experience with common electrical test equipment and tools, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, crimping tools, soldering equipment, and wire harness assembly tools.

Nice to have

  • Experience providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, or supervising small engineering teams.
  • Familiarity with industry standards for cable and wire harness assemblies, electrical enclosures, and aerospace-grade electrical systems.
  • Experience with prototyping, testing, and qualification of electrical systems.
  • Experience with AC and DC power systems.
  • Certification in electronics assembly (e.g., IPC-A-610) or relevant safety training (e.g., OSHA electrical safety).
  • Experience supporting embedded systems, avionics, PLC integration, or hardware/software interfaces (e.g., Ladder Logic).
  • Outpost Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud U.S. Government contractor.

Compensation

  • Outpost Technologies is seeking an experienced and driven Electrical Engineer Manager to design, develop, integrate, and support innovative electrical systems across aerospace, defense, and advanced technology applications.
  • This role serves as the technical lead for a small team of 2-6 electrical engineers and technicians while remaining primarily focused on hands-on engineering work.
  • In this role, you will create and review wiring schematics and layouts, select and integrate electrical components, support assembly and testing efforts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful system integration.
  • The majority of your time will be spent performing electrical engineering activities, with a smaller portion dedicated to mentoring team members, coordinating technical priorities, and approving timesheets.
  • This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on mission-critical projects while helping develop a high-performing engineering team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • The posted compensation range represents the expected pay range for this position at the time of posting.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud U.S. Government contractor.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Active security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one

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