Senior Staff Electrical Engineer

Saab Inc., Autonomous and Undersea Systems division is seeking an innovative and experienced Senior Staff Electrical Engineer to support our growing team working on Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). This position spans many Electrical Engineering topics and offers a wide array of design challenges, including AC power (shore and charging equipment), DC power (battery systems and conversion), sensor integration, and electromechanical (propulsion, motors, servos, actuators) integration. This is a hands-on role with opportunities to build, test, and integrate designs. The position will initially be remote or hybrid but will ultimately be based out of our new Bristol, RI facility, opening end of 2026/early 2027.

About the role

This Electrical Engineering position is ideal for someone interested in leading, designing, developing, and/or modifying AC, DC, linear, analog, digital, acoustic, or sensor designs in subsea applications. The role involves leading design approaches, analyzing operating data, developing and conducting tests, and making design decisions based on results. Responsibilities include selecting components and equipment based on requirements, specifications, and reliability, as well as supporting interdisciplinary teams to guide system-level decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering support and guidance for AUV/ROV systems and present technical concepts regarding product design and performance.
• Coordinate with Systems, Software, Mechanical, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to design AUV/ROV systems.
• Execute research and development of new circuit card designs and electromechanical assemblies.
• Lead and execute functional analysis, evaluation, and optimization of product designs.
• Present technical results and content to internal and external customers, tailored to the audience.
• Provide technical support to key subcontractors and suppliers.
• Create and maintain power and endurance budgets through development phases.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing-related matters.
• Lead design verification efforts.
• Lead cost/benefit trade-off analysis and feasibility studies.
• Lead electrical-related failure analysis of hardware.
• Contribute to system-level design considerations and trade-offs across multiple engineering disciplines.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering with 15+ years of experience or Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering with 13+ years of experience.
• Experience using industry-standard electrical engineering design tools (Altium, SPICE, MATLAB).
• Product development experience demonstrating strong engineering aptitude and problem-solving skills with underwater vehicles and devices.
• Demonstrated experience resolving issues during design, development, and execution of electrical engineering activities.
• Strong interpersonal and group communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office software applications.
• Experience with Earned Value (EV), Cost Account Management (CAM), and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and tracking.
• Must hold or be able to obtain U.S. DoD SECRET security clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 15%, both international and domestic.
• Proficient at understanding requirements traceability in a model-based systems engineering environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Skills

• Desired Experience and Skills:
• Prior DoD industry experience.
• Experience designing and testing electronics in wet and subsea environments.
• Experience with Altium, SPICE, and electrical systems in MATLAB.
• Familiarity with Mil Standards, ruggedized equipment design, and environmental test requirements.
• Knowledge of printed circuit board (PCB) design.
• Knowledge of design for EMI/EMC standards in military applications.
• Experience reading and creating schematics, wiring diagrams, and component data sheets.
• Experience derating components and designing for reliability.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance.
• Wellness and employee assistance resources.
• Employee stock purchase opportunities.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.

Pay

The compensation range provided is a general guideline: $127,300 - $165,500. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.