Electrical Engineer - Aerospace & Defense Systems (Contract / Temp)Location: Austin, TX
Pay Rate: $74.04/hour
We are seeking a highly experienced
Senior Electrical Engineer for a contract assignment supporting advanced test, measurement, and automated system design solutions for complex engineering applications. This role focuses on system-level design, integration, and deployment of custom hardware/software solutions in a fast-paced, collaborative technical environment.
This position requires strong expertise in electrical engineering, test systems, and hardware/software integration, with the ability to work directly with customers, engineering teams, and external partners to deliver turnkey solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with customers, engineering teams, and partners to define system requirements and technical specifications
- Develop requirements documents, statements of work, and bills of materials (BOMs)
- Design, prototype, test, and deploy automated test and measurement systems
- Manage project plans, milestones, and technical deliverables to ensure successful deployment
- Support hardware/software integration and system validation activities
- Troubleshoot complex system issues and drive resolution of field problems
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to support engineering and project teams
- Collaborate across global, multi-disciplinary teams and external suppliers
- Travel up to 25% (domestic and international) as required
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in hardware systems design or test engineering
- Strong knowledge of electrical engineering, electronics, and computer architecture
- Experience with programming languages such as LabVIEW, TestStand, C, C++, or C#
- Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and system designs
- Experience with instrumentation selection, measurement systems, and data analysis (Cp, Cpk, GR&R)
- Knowledge of CAD and PCB design tools
- Strong problem-solving and system integration skills
- (must be eligible for ITAR and DoD clearance)
Preferred Skills
- Hands-on experience with NI hardware platforms, LabVIEW, and TestStand
- PCB design and schematic capture experience
- Knowledge of compliance standards (CE, UL, TV)
- Experience in component selection and supplier management
Employee Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Commuter/Parking Accounts
- People Perks
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- AD & D Insurance
This is a high-impact engineering role supporting complex, mission-critical system development in a fast-paced technical environment.
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