Jobs · Engineering · California

Electrical Engineer

Toyon Research Corporation · Goleta, CA · 1 mo ago
Engineering$115k–$200k/yrFull-time

U.S. Citizenship is required. Candidates must be able to qualify for a U.S. Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance and be SAP and SCI program eligible.

Responsibilities

  • Perform system analysis, develop architectures, and create detailed electrical designs of advanced avionics and aerospace systems.
  • Design and build mixed‑signal and embedded system circuits and custom PCBAs.
  • Drive hardware development from initial concept through fabrication, integration, and delivery.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex or unusual engineering challenges under tight timelines.
  • Collaborate across disciplines on multi‑project teams.
  • Prepare and present technical material for design reviews.
  • Work effectively under evolving requirements in a fast‑paced prototyping environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering design and development.
  • Experience designing, assembling, and troubleshooting circuits and PCBAs.
  • Proficiency with EE CAD and simulation tools (Altium, OrCAD, KiCad, SPICE, etc.).
  • Familiarity with scripting or analysis tools (Python + SciPy, MATLAB, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of general EE principles including analog and digital circuit design, power distribution and regulation, signal integrity, grounding, and EMI/EMC mitigation.
  • Knowledge of component selection, derating, tolerance analysis, and electrical safety standards (UL, CE, IPC, MIL‑STD).
  • ESD handling and design practices.
  • Knowledge of design documentation and version‑control best practices (schematics, BOMs, revision control).
  • Ability to interpret and apply industry standards and specifications (IPC‑2221/610, MIL‑STD‑461, DO‑160, etc.).
  • Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with RF circuit design and RF telemetry systems.
  • Familiarity with communication protocols such as RS‑232, ARINC, low‑voltage TTL, Ethernet, and MIL‑STD‑1553 (or 1773).
  • Experience with power electronics design (DC‑DC converters, battery systems, motor drives).
  • Experience with FPGA development and integration.
  • Experience supporting environmental testing (thermal, vibration, EMI) and hardware qualification.

Benefits

  • Competitive industry pay.
  • 100% employer‑paid medical insurance premium.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
  • Dental and vision coverage options.
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
  • Company‑funded 401(k) and profit‑sharing plans.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Discretionary bonus eligibility.

Pay

The annual base compensation range for the Electrical Engineer position is $115,000 to $200,000, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and training, among other factors.

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