The Opportunity
StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a premier aerospace and defense company to identify a high-performing Senior Electronics Engineer to join an elite sensing and communications division. In this role, you will spearhead the lifecycle execution—from initial concept through long-term sustainment—of sophisticated underwater maritime electrical and electromechanical platforms. Partnering with StaffRight Associates offers you direct access to a high-impact team focused on pioneering cutting-edge technologies within an agile, multidisciplinary environment that actively rewards technical excellence and creative problem-solving.
What You’ll Do
Architect, integrate, and sustain complex analog, digital, and electromechanical systems designed for extreme maritime operational conditions.
Lead the end-to-end design, component procurement, layout management, and rigorous testing of multi-layer, high-density custom circuit boards.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and optimize electronic assemblies, custom cable configurations, sensor networks, grounding schemes, and low-noise circuit topologies.
Direct multi-disciplinary engineering initiatives while serving as a primary technical communicator to key project stakeholders and clients.
Mentor and guide junior electrical engineering staff across circuit design fundamentals, board-level debugging techniques, and manufacturing processes.
Conduct specialized laboratory integration using advanced test instrumentation to validate prototype systems and complex payloads.
Support field deployment exercises and participate in technical business development initiatives to drive product innovation.
What You Bring
Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree, or Doctorate in Electrical Engineering with a specialized focus on Microelectronics or Analog And Digital Circuit Design.
Verified industry experience: 8+ years with a Bachelors Degree, 5+ years with a Masters Degree, or 4+ years with a Doctorate.
Proven expertise in Mixed-Signal Pcb Design, High-Density Multi-Layer Layouts, and oversight of Bill Of Materials and fabrication vendors.
Deep knowledge of Analog Sensor Integration, Analog-To-Digital Converters, Digital-To-Analog Converters, Preamplifiers, Power Amplifiers, and Microcontrollers.
Proficiency across digital protocols including RS232/RS422, I2C, I2S, SPI, and McBSP, alongside High-Speed Signaling and Power Management System Design.
Hands-on mastery of laboratory equipment such as Digital Oscilloscopes, Power Supplies, Function Generators, and Data Acquisition Systems.
Practical capability in Digital Signal Processing, Low-Noise Electronics Design, Matlab Data Analysis, and Linux Systems.
Basic familiarity with C/C++ or Python for Microcontroller Programming, along with Electronics Assembly, Wiring, Crimping, and Soldering.
Preferred experience developing specialized subsea electronics for Underwater Maritime Systems within a fast-paced Research And Development setting.
Compensation & Total Rewards
Annual base salary ranges between $150,000 and $190,000, complemented by a top-tier benefits package, a generous 401(k) plan, and full relocation assistance for candidates relocating to Groton, CT or Concord, MA.
Joining StaffRight Associates
When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.
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