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
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