About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

As an Entry‑Level Electrical Engineer on the Maritime & Strategic Systems team, you will help turn system concepts into reliable, testable electrical components and subsystems. You will work on design, prototyping, and verification testing as part of a cross‑functional engineering team supporting defense and maritime missions.

• Translate high‑level assembly or system requirements into specific, implementable hardware requirements
• Collaborate in schematic/layout reviews and support prototype hardware build and integration
• Develop and execute verification and validation test plans for standalone hardware items
• Document design decisions, test procedures, and test results for engineering records and reviews
• Work with peers to troubleshoot hardware issues and propose design improvements
• Identify opportunities to apply automation or AI to accelerate design/test cycles and improve quality

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Who We’re Looking For

Required / Core Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field
• Demonstrated ability to derive hardware requirements from subsystem concepts
• Experience or coursework in hardware design, prototyping, and verification/testing
• Strong teamwork, written communication, and analytical problem‑solving skills

Security & Eligibility:

• Department of Defense Secret clearance is preferred at time of hire; applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation
• U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work and facility access

Preferred / Differentiators:

• Experience creating and executing detailed test plans and verification procedures
• Ability to suggest improvements that increase hardware performance, yield, or usability
• Initiative to lead small design/test tasks and adapt to shifting priorities
• Interest in applying AI or automation for continuous improvement

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Compensation & Benefits

Combined Salary Range:

• USD $77,843.00 – USD $86,358.00 per year (range reflects typical compensation based on experience and location; actual pay may vary)

Representative benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Paid parental leave
• Healthcare and wellness programs
• Flexible time off and potential 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off, if desired)
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
• Employee resource groups and other workplace supports

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Location & Clearance

• Location: Pittsfield, MA (onsite expectations per role)
• Clearance: Department of Defense Secret preferred; selected candidates must meet eligibility for access to classified information
• Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required

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Why This Role Matters

You will join a research‑oriented engineering team delivering practical, mission‑critical solutions. This role is an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in electrical hardware design and test while contributing to systems that support national security.

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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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