Electrical Engineer I (Onsite)
The Electrical Engineer I at Confidential Client supports production and testing of complex electronic systems for military radar and communications products. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining test procedures, performing root cause analysis of test failures, maintaining special test equipment, and training technicians and entry-level engineers. The role requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret security clearance, with work performed onsite in Forest, MS.
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Overview
Careertakes is recruiting on behalf of a Confidential Client in the Engineering industry for an Electrical Engineer I (Onsite) role based in Forest, MS. This is a hands-on test & validation engineering position supporting production and testing of complex electronic systems and modules used in defense communications and radar products.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and maintain test procedures and related documentation.
- Perform root-cause analysis and resolve hardware and test-environment failures.
- Maintain Special Test Equipment (STE) and specify replacement equipment when required.
- Train technicians and entry-level test engineers on procedures and troubleshooting.
- Transform technical data into clear, concise, visually-engaging slides and reports.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams; some travel may be required.
Qualifications You Must Have
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field completed by the start date.
- Hands-on lab experience with standard EE test equipment (e.g., vector network analyzers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, DMMs, power meters, signal sources).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required. DoD Secret clearance required; active/valid clearance expected per the client’s requirements.
Qualifications We Prefer
- Degrees or majors in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering.
- Experience diagnosing and isolating test-equipment and production-hardware issues.
- Familiarity with optical fiber communication systems.
- Experience with automated test systems for electronics and Linux environments.
- Strong ability to analyze test data and determine hardware conformance to specifications.
- Prior lab experience with RF network and spectrum analyzers.
Compensation & Benefits
- The salary range for this role is $51,500 - $97,900 per year. This range is a good-faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Actual pay offered will depend on role responsibilities, candidate experience, education/training, and skills.
- Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, parental leave, and other client-specific programs. Specific benefits depend on the business unit and position.
Location & Work Model
- Location: Forest, MS — this is an onsite role. Candidates should be prepared to work primarily on-site at the client’s Forest, MS facility.
- Some travel may be required per job duties.
Legal & Compliance Notes
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and/or maintain the required DoD Secret security clearance are required for this role.
- Careertakes and our client comply with applicable federal, state, and local hiring laws. Where pay transparency or disclosure laws apply, the posted salary range is included above.
- Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; contact Careertakes if you need assistance during the recruitment process.
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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