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Electrical System Design Engineer

Koitecc Solutions, Huntsville, AL, United States


Leidos’ Defense Systems, Electrical Systems Department is seeking a talented Electrical System Design Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team to create unique solutions to complex engineering challenges in our Huntsville, AL location. The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.

The Electrical Systems Department is a design-focused group of engineers specializing in advanced hardware-based solutions. As a technical contributor, the individual will support a variety of programs to develop electronic assemblies integrated into a diverse range of aerospace and military systems including manned/unmanned ground/air vehicles, missiles, defensive radars, and space systems.

Primary Responsibilities

System level electrical architecture and design

Creating block diagrams, electrical system requirements, cable specifications, and cable drawings

Parts 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 relevant technical field.

Candidate must have 4+ years of experience in hardware system design and test from architecture through implementation.

Candidate must have experience with technical problem solving and root cause analysis.

Candidate must be capable of performing in a collaborative engineering environment working closely with multi-disciplinary teams.

Candidate must have demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment.

Candidate must have the ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and system block diagrams.

Candidate must have cable design experience.

Candidate must have proven understanding of fundamental circuits and circuit components.

Candidate must have hands‑on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods.

Candidate must be a self‑starter with the ability to work independently.

Candidates must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.

US Citizenship is required.

Position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with 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

Familiarity with AS50881 NASA Derating Standard

Cable design experience using SolidWorks Electrical, Creo Schematic, Draftsight, or Microsoft Visio

Experience with special test equipment design/architecture to facilitate production testing of MIL rated components

Experience designing high‑power AC electrical distribution systems including generators, UPS systems, transformers, circuit protection, and custom control panels

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 for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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