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Principal Electrical Systems Engineer - UAVs
1 Chisholm Trail, Suite 300 Granite Bay, CA 95661 US
Job Description
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract opportunity located in Round Rock, TX.
Job Responsibilities:
- Developing subsystem and system-level test plans and reports
- Leading and conducting various kinds of testing including hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SWIL), avionics, subsystem and aircraft-level testing
- Leading root cause corrective action (RCCA) investigations and eliminating contributors through analysis and/or hands-on testing
- Working in conjunction with Software Engineering Team to develop software system requirements and test requirements
- Supporting flight test planning, aircraft preparation, and test execution at government test ranges
- Developing system architectures for new and existing systems
- Conducting trade studies and performing design research of engineering concepts and explorations to determine optimal requirements and system architecture
- Developing system/subsystem interface definitions, system schematics, and system design documentation and performing peer reviews of fellow team members' work
- Participating in planning, design, testing, and deployment of moderately complex, engineered systems and software to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements
- Leading or supporting system engineering technical reviews (SETR) including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR).
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline
- 11-20 years of industry experience
- Ability to acquire and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher
- Sharp analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and is capable of working effectively in a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities
- Results-oriented, sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
- Experience working within the Defense and/or Aerospace industry is a must
- Hands-on integration & test experience with aircraft systems and/or subsystems is a must
- Demonstrated testing best practices including but not limited to managing test configurations, adhering to safety and training procedures, and organizing data collection and analysis.
Job Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Location: Round Rock, TX.
- Pay Rate Range: $70-100/hr.
- U.S. Citizen Required (Ability to acquire and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher).
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
Meet Your Recruiter
Magic Demirel
As a Technical Recruiter at Protingent, I am excited to leverage my diverse background in education, leadership, and technology to connect talented professionals with opportunities that align with their skills and aspirations. My experience as an accomplished classroom educator and EdTech specialist has honed my ability to understand complex skill sets and identify the right fit for various roles.
I am passionate about…
…Building meaningful relationships with both candidates and clients to ensure mutual success
…Staying ahead of industry trends and understanding the evolving needs of the tech industry
…Creating efficient, streamlined processes that enhance the recruitment experience for all parties involved
…Supporting diverse, equitable, and inclusive hiring practices to create a more inclusive workforce