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Junior Electrical System Design Engineer

Leidos, Huntsville, AL, United States


Electrical System Design Engineer
Location: Huntsville, AL (North Alabama area)

Primary Responsibilities

System level electrical architecture and design

Creation of block diagrams, electrical system requirements, cable specifications, and cable drawings

Component selection and derating activities

New hardware design verification testing

Support system level integration activities

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET‑accredited institution.

2+ years of experience in hardware system design and test from architecture through implementation, or an MS degree.

Experience with technical problem solving and root cause analysis.

Ability to collaborate in a multi‑disciplinary engineering environment.

Effective communication skills within a team setting.

Proficiency in interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and system block diagrams.

Experience with cable design.

Understanding of fundamental circuits and components.

Hands‑on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods.

Self‑starter capable of working independently.

Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to Huntsville, AL.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading small to mid‑sized technical teams.

Familiarity with IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 class 3 and IPC J‑STD‑001 Standards.

Electrical design for military hardware or aerospace systems.

Experience supporting cable production.

Experience with high power applications.

Pay Range: $69,550.00 – $125,725.00

Original Posting: April 16, 2026

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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