Senior Principal Engineer Electrical
Location
Melbourne, FL
Level
Senior-Level
Department
Defense
Type
Salary
$122,000 - $184,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-05-05
Responsibilities
- Designs and develops system architectures and defines key capabilities and performance requirements.
- Defines design and technology maturity constraints of the system in accordance with customer specifications.
- Develops thorough definitions of system external interfaces and requirements.
- Ensures requirements are met and evaluates performance with customers.
- Researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks.
- Applies extensive technical expertise and communicates effectively technical approaches and findings.
- Guides the successful completion of major programs and functions in a project leadership role.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 6 years, or a Ph.D. with 4 years of experience.
- Ability to maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance.
- Experience with electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and/or systems.
- Experience in electrical wiring design and troubleshooting system installations.
- Preferred experience with AutoCAD Electrical Design and manufacturing/liaison support.
- Knowledge of aircraft-type cable assemblies and MIL type wiring components.
- Experience in developing and managing test requirements and system integration.
