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Senior Electrical Engineer
Job Description
Position Description: Protingent has an exciting direct hire opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer with our client in Washington, DC.
Job Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the design, analysis, fabrication, testing, and integration of electrical systems for both ground support equipment and flight hardware.
- Develop analog and digital circuitry to support measurement, control, and instrumentation functions for thermal and electromechanical systems.
- Work across the full lifecycle of power systems, including battery technology selection, system sizing, packaging, and testing for a variety of chemistries and mission environments.
Job Qualifications:
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in the design, analysis, fabrication, testing, and integration of electrical systems for ground support and flight systems.
- Experience designing, analyzing, and testing analog and digital circuitry for thermal, electromechanical, control, and instrumentation systems.
- Expertise in the sizing, technology selection, packaging, and testing of power systems, including batteries of various chemistries.
- Strong understanding of component ratings, environmental and performance limitations, radiation impacts, grounding and shielding methods, electromagnetic compatibility, and thermal effects.
- Proficiency with electronics design and simulation tools such as OrCAD, PSpice, ELECTRO, and MAGNETO.
- Skilled in the use of electronic instrumentation and test equipment.
- Experience with government procurement practices, regulations, and compliance requirements is a plus.
Job Details:
- Job Type: Direct Hire
- Location: Washington, DC.
- Salary Range: $150K-$175K
- US Citizen and Active Secret clearance required with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.
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
Laura Duarte
I have been in Technical Recruiting for over 20 years. I specialize in hiring people for technology, engineering, manufacturing, and operations jobs for various exciting industries nationwide, such as consumer electronics, medical devices, space/aerospace/avionics, and nuclear-clean energy. I will listen to you and guide you through the entire job application and interviewing process in a fun and clearly communicated way. My philosophy has always been to be an enthusiastic learner of new technologies and keep the big picture in mind while continuing to be honest, organized, and proactive. I am passionate about helping others find an exciting and fulfilling job that aligns with their goals. I am diversity-focused and especially love helping under-represented folks & Veterans into STEM careers. I approach every job seeker with empathy, equity, and respect.