Outpost

Outpost

Electrical Engineer I

Huntsville, Alabama · Contract

No sponsorshipDetected 25 days ago
AltiumEmbedded SystemsPLCAerospace EngineeringElectrical EngineeringCommunicationOSHA

About the role

  • The Candidate will be responsible for learning and applying sound electrical engineering principles in the development of circuits, wiring assemblies, enclosures, and component integrations.
  • The Candidate must also learn to report technical, schedule, and budgetary risk to management.

Responsibilities

  • Support the design of basic wiring schematics and layouts for electrical systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical systems into larger assemblies.
  • Support troubleshooting and basic modifications to existing electrical setups.
  • Document designs, assemblies, and test results in accordance with engineering standards.
  • Support prototyping and production activities, adhering to safety protocols and quality guidelines.

Requirements

  • Candidate must possess a Bachelor's of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university.
  • Candidate must have 0-5 years of Electrical Engineering experience.
  • Candidate must have introductory-level familiarity with basic electrical principles, including Ohm's Law and circuit analysis.
  • Candidate must have introductory-level experience with reading and interpreting electrical schematics or blueprints.
  • Candidate must be a resident of or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama Area.

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with industry standards for cable and wire harness assemblies and enclosures
  • Experience with common tools and equipment such as multimeters, crimping tools, soldering irons, and wire strippers
  • Experience with prototyping and testing electrical systems
  • Certification in electronics assembly (e.g., IPC-A-610) or relevant safety training (e.g., OSHA electrical safety)
  • Basic programming knowledge for embedded systems or PLC integration (e.g., Ladder Logic)
  • Security Requirements:
  • Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Skills

  • Communication skills are strongly desired.

Compensation

  • Outpost Technologies is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer 1 to create unique solutions for complex problems across aerospace, defense, and advanced technology applications.
  • The Candidate will support the development of Outpost Technologies' electrical systems and designs for defense, space, and commercial projects.
  • The Candidate will help create wiring schematics and layouts, attend program meetings, support milestone reviews, and produce high-quality documentation products.
  • The Candidate must also learn to report technical, schedule, and budgetary risk to management.
  • Communication skills are strongly desired.
  • The Candidate must be self-motivated and produce excellent work that exceeds customer expectations.

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

  • Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance

This listing is sourced directly from Outpost's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.