Senior Electrical Engineer

Location: Huntsville, AL | Full-Time | Day Shift | Travel: Yes - 25% of the time | Clearance: Must be able to obtain Secret (active Secret preferred) | Potential for on-site or remote work

About the Role

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 clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical components and systems, integrating software design with electrical components.
• Use design software such as SolidWorks, Altium Designer, or similar tools to perform calculations, simulations, and analysis for circuit design, power distribution, grounding, and load flow.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, provide technical oversight, and foster professional growth.
• Lead technical discussions with clients and stakeholders, offering guidance and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and nine (9) years or more of experience; additional six (6) years’ experience can be considered in lieu of degree.
• 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 effectively with coworkers, stakeholders, and external customers.