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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client’s Displays team is hiring an entry-level Electrical Engineer to design, test, and help qualify display-related electrical hardware for aerospace and defense applications. This is an on-site role based in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will work on new product development and support legacy hardware across cross-functional teams.

• Design, test, analyze, integrate, qualify, and document new electrical hardware.
• Develop, test, and document changes to existing hardware designs.
• Troubleshoot and support fielded and in‑production issues with legacy hardware.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical and systems engineers to validate electrical designs for the application.
• Participate in integration, pre‑qualification, and environmental qualification activities for products and subsystems.
• Support generation and release of technical drawings, BOMs, and other engineering documentation.

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Qualifications — Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related STEM major completed by start date.
• Hands‑on experience or coursework in digital electronics, mixed‑signal circuits, circuit design/analysis, electrical components, digital signal processing, or PCB design.
• Practical use of electronic test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, VNAs, digital multimeters, and signal generators for characterization, debugging, and validation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• U.S. Person requirement: this role requires the candidate to be a U.S. Person as defined by applicable regulations.

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Qualifications — Preferred

• Experience with CAD/layout tools (e.g., Siemens Expedition or equivalent).
• Familiarity with electrical hardware documentation and drawing standards.
• Background in display technologies (image processing, LCD drivers, graphics engines, touchscreens).
• Prior internship, co‑op, or work experience in the aerospace/defense industry.

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Employment Type & Location

• Employment type: Contract / Full time
• Work location: Onsite — Cedar Rapids, IA (400 Collins Rd NE, BLDG 106)
• Security clearance: None required

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range (good‑faith estimate): $57,200 — $108,800 per year.
• Relocation eligibility may apply.
• Potential benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance, tuition/learning programs, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits depend on assigned business unit and employment terms.

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Additional Details

• This role is U.S.-based and requires a U.S. Person. Candidates may be asked to attend select interview steps in person.
• The successful candidate will be mentored by experienced Display engineers and may lead small projects with guidance.
• Confidential Client is committed to a respectful, collaborative culture focused on trust, accountability, and innovation.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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