Senior Engineer – Electronics
Role Snapshot
CompanyConfidential Employer
LocationGroton, Connecticut, USA
IndustryDefense
Compensation$150,000 - $190,000 per year
Employment TypeFull Time/Direct Hire
Remote StatusNo Remote
Total Openings1
Work Experience5 - 20 years
Opportunity
This is not just another engineering role—it is a gateway to shaping the future of underwater maritime technology. A confidential industry leader is investing in its Sensing and Communications Department, offering you the chance to own the electrical backbone of systems that operate in some of the planet’s most challenging environments. From sonar to advanced sensing, your work will have both immediate and strategic impact.
Your days will revolve around designing, prototyping, and refining complex mixed-signal PCBs that integrate analog sensors, high-speed digital communication, and embedded processing. You will take projects from concept through testing and production, working alongside a team that values deep technical skill and creative problem-solving. Because these systems must perform reliably under extreme conditions, your attention to low-noise design and power management will be critical to mission success.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned electronics engineer who thrives on full-cycle hardware ownership. You have a strong track record of laying out multi-layer boards, troubleshooting signal integrity issues with oscilloscopes and data acquisition systems, and mentoring less experienced colleagues. You are comfortable in both the laboratory and the field, and you enjoy translating high-level system requirements into practical, manufacturable designs.
If you are ready to apply your deep electronics expertise to technologies that make a real difference, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for. Our client offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, full relocation, and the chance to work in a culture where your contributions are immediately visible and valued. Take the next step and apply today to start a conversation about how you can make your mark in underwater defense technology.
Non-Negotiables
- You must hold a B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in microelectronics, along with 8 or more years of experience for BSEE, 5 or more for MSEE, or 4 or more for a PhD
- Extensive experience designing complex, multi-layer, high-density PCBs is essential for this position
- You need demonstrated expertise in analog sensors, ADCs, and embedded processors for mixed-signal circuit design
- A strong understanding of digital signal processing techniques and low-noise electronics design is required
- Proficiency with electronic laboratory test equipment, including oscilloscopes, function generators, and digital multimeters, is a must
- You must have experience troubleshooting printed circuit boards and electronics assemblies, including cables, sensors, grounding, and noise issues
- U.S. citizenship is a non-negotiable requirement due to the nature of the work
What's In It For You
- The annual salary range for this role is $150,000 to $190,000, reflecting the senior-level expertise required
- You will receive a top-tier benefits package and a generous 401(k) plan to support your long-term financial goals
- Full relocation assistance is provided, making it easy to transition to the Groton, Connecticut, area
- You will work on exciting, technically challenging, cutting-edge technologies that expose you to a wide variety of multidisciplinary fields
- The small company environment rewards technical excellence and encourages an entrepreneurial spirit, giving you direct impact on projects
- You will have the chance to work directly with colleagues and customers who value innovation and creativity
- This role offers unique growth opportunities and learning experiences that can accelerate your career in defense and maritime technology
Responsibilities
- You will design, integrate, troubleshoot, produce, and sustain complex electrical and electro-mechanical systems for underwater applications
- You will be responsible for the design, procurement, and testing of custom analog and digital PCBs tailored to prototype R&D systems
- Travel to support field exercises will be part of your role, providing hands-on exposure to real-world maritime environments
- You will provide project leadership and technical communication, ensuring alignment across multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Mentoring and guiding junior staff in electronics design and PCB implementation will be a key responsibility
- You will collaborate closely with embedded software engineers and scientists to solve complex technical challenges
- Your work will directly contribute to the advancement of next-generation sensing and communication technologies
Preferred Qualifications
- An MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in microelectronics is highly preferred
- Prior experience designing electronics for underwater maritime systems will set you apart
- Experience creating technical content for new products, ideas, or business development pursuits is a strong advantage
- You are likely coming from an R&D environment where you worked in small multidisciplinary teams
- Experience mentoring junior EE staff on electronics design, PCB implementation, and board troubleshooting is valued
- The ability to brief customers and present technical concepts clearly is desirable
- Experience with C/C++ coding for microcontrollers or similar languages like Python will be beneficial
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