Senior Electrical Engineer

Job ID 2615832

Location

Huntsville, AL, US

Date Posted

2026-08-20

Category

Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory

Electrical Engr

Schedule

Full-Time

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes - 25% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required

Interim_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

Secret

Potential for Remote Work

ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking a

Senior Electrical Engineer

to join our team of industry-leading innovators and technical experts. This role involves designing, analyzing, and managing complex electrical systems for a reconfigurable air defense project supporting defense, government, and commercial in

Huntsville, AL

.

Key Responsibilities

• System Design and Implementation

+ Proficiency in designing and developing electrical components and systems.

+ Experience in integrating software design with electrical components.

+ Proficiency with design software such as SolidWorks, Altium Designer, or similar tools.

+ Perform calculations, simulations, and analysis for circuit design, power distribution, grounding, and load flow.

• Collaboration and Integration

+ Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program managers, and clients to develop integrated solutions that meet technical and programmatic requirements.

+ Coordinate with mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical designs into broader system architectures.

+ Assist with managing engineering tasks across all phases of a project, from concept development and requirements definition to design, testing, and delivery.

• Design Review and Compliance

+ Conduct and participate in formal design reviews to verify compliance with specifications, regulations, and project objectives.

+ Ensure designs meet safety, performance, and regulatory standards, including NEC, IEEE, MIL-STD, and other relevant codes.

• Troubleshooting and Testing

+ Develop testing plans and validate the performance of electrical systems per design specifications.

+ Perform fault analysis and provide cost-effective solutions to technical challenges, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.

• Documentation and Reporting

+ Create detailed technical documentation, including drawings, schematics, test reports, and technical manuals.

+ Generate progress reports, risk assessments, and presentations to communicate status and results to internal and external stakeholders.

• Technical Leadership

+ Mentor and guide junior engineers, provide technical oversight, and foster professional growth.

+ Lead technical discussions with clients and stakeholders, offering guidance and recommendations.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience in Electrical Engineering; Additional six (6) years’ experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Clearance Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret (active Secret preferred).

Required Qualifications

• 9+ years’ professional experience in electrical design, system integration, and testing, preferably in government, defense, or aerospace projects.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical power systems, circuit design, and signal systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes, including NEC, NESC, IEEE, and MIL-STD.
• Experience with system integrative challenges for deploying electrical systems in environments with stringent requirements.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to collaborate with coworkers, stakeholders, and external customers effectively.

Target salary range $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.