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About the Role

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level electrical engineer to support Command & Data Handling (C&DH) and Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) hardware efforts. This role offers hands-on design, test, and troubleshooting experience on complex electrical systems under mentorship from experienced engineers. Work will include circuit-level design, component evaluation, simulations, test execution, and documentation to support mission-critical hardware development.

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What You’ll Do

• Assist with electrical design and development of C&DH and GNC hardware components and subsystems
• Build and modify schematics, PCB layouts, and wiring harness concepts under guidance
• Run simulations and bench tests (SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink or similar) to validate designs
• Perform circuit analysis, debug hardware using oscilloscopes, multimeters and logic analyzers
• Support embedded hardware tasks involving microcontrollers, FPGAs, or other controllers
• Create and maintain engineering documentation: design notes, test plans, and test reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, systems, test engineering) to meet requirements
• Contribute to design reviews and support continuous improvement of processes and designs

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About You (Qualifications)

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field — or equivalent experience
• Entry-level: typically 0–2 years of relevant experience
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits, components, and test equipment
• Familiarity with electrical design tools and the ability to learn CAD/layout tools
• Strong willingness to learn, accept mentorship, and follow engineering processes

Preferred qualifications:

• Internship or co-op experience in electrical or hardware engineering
• Exposure to electrical design tools (Altium Designer, AutoCAD Electrical, Capital, or similar)
• Experience with simulation tools (SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink)
• Knowledge of power electronics, control systems, or embedded systems
• Familiarity with programming for embedded systems (C/C++, Python)
• Experience with Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) hardware or systems is a plus
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Pay range: $77,403.00 - $106,450.50 per year (actual pay determined by experience, skills, and internal equity)
• Employment type: Full time (Contract)

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Benefits & Development

Confidential Client offers professional development opportunities and a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement benefits, paid time off, and more. Specific benefits and eligibility will be provided by the hiring organization.

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Why Join

This role is an excellent opportunity to launch a career in electrical hardware engineering supporting high‑impact projects. You’ll gain practical skills on C&DH and GNC hardware, work with experienced engineers, and contribute to mission-critical systems.

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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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