Electrical Engineer (Mid-Level) with Security Clearance

About the role

Develop electrical architectures and interface designs for complex systems. Create schematics, PCB layouts, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation. Perform component selection, circuit simulation, and design trade studies. Support embedded systems integration, including microcontrollers, sensors, communications modules, and power systems. Develop and execute electrical test plans, validation procedures, and troubleshooting activities. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for system deficiencies. Support prototype fabrication, assembly, integration, and field testing activities. Collaborate with software, mechanical, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams throughout product development. Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, and customer demonstrations. Support production readiness, manufacturing transition, and sustainment efforts. Ensure compliance with applicable industry, military, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Create schematics, PCB layouts, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation.
• Perform component selection, circuit simulation, and design trade studies.
• Support embedded systems integration, including microcontrollers, sensors, communications modules, and power systems.
• Develop and execute electrical test plans, validation procedures, and troubleshooting activities.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for system deficiencies.
• Support prototype fabrication, assembly, integration, and field testing activities.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams throughout product development.
• Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, and customer demonstrations.
• Support production readiness, manufacturing transition, and sustainment efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional electrical engineering experience.
• Experience designing and analyzing analog and digital electronic circuits.
• Experience with PCB design tools such as KiCad, Altium Designer, OrCAD, Eagle, or equivalent.
• Experience using electrical simulation and analysis tools.
• Knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and sensor integration.
• Experience developing engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with laboratory test equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, power supplies, and multimeters.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.
• Experience with defense, aerospace, national security, or public safety systems preferred.
• Experience developing ruggedized electronics for harsh environments preferred.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC design and testing principles preferred.
• Experience with RF communications systems, wireless technologies, or GPS integration preferred.
• Experience with battery-powered and low-power electronic systems preferred.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, IPC standards, and related engineering standards preferred.
• Experience supporting product development from prototype through production preferred.
• Active U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain one preferred.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Normal office and lab environment. Travel requirements: 5-10%

Company Description

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC (OSG) is a fast-growing professional services firm based in Fredericksburg, VA. We create value for our customers by delivering technology-enabled & mission-oriented technical solutions that solve complex problems, protecting people, information, and assets. Our core capabilities are in providing Enterprise IT, Intelligence Analysis, Production & Development and Knowledge-Based Professional Services Solutions that enable the customer’s mission. Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is a certified 8(a), service-disabled, veteran-owned small business. A career at Obsidian Solutions Group means you are able to put your expertise, credentials, and talents to great use working with customers in the DOD and Intelligence Community, while enjoying the excitement of working in a fast-growing organization committed to making a difference for our customers and in our community. Contribute independently and collaboratively alongside our amazing team of doers and thinkers. Obsidian Solutions Group is small enough to offer a family atmosphere yet large enough to deliver a highly competitive compensation package. We hire and retain the best in the industry, offering exceptional benefits that protect the well-being of our employees, their spouses and domestic partners, and their families. Our corporate philosophy is centered on hiring and retaining employees with the requisite skills, professional experience, personal commitment, and ethical standards necessary to foster a culture of operational excellence necessary to surpass our customer’s expectations.