Head of Electrical Engineering

Full-time, On-site

Location: El Segundo, CA

Salary: $173k - $246k

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced electrical engineering leader to help shape the future of cutting-edge technology. The ideal candidate will be a visionary builder who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can oversee the development of advanced electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of electrical technology, guiding the full product lifecycle from concept to production.
• Create and maintain engineering requirements, oversee schematic design, PCB layout, and ensure quality control through debugging and testing.
• Build and lead high-performance engineering teams, and drive the development process through collaboration with production teams.
• Develop detailed engineering documentation, including test procedures and engineering specifications.
• Manage engineering projects to ensure timely delivery and adherence to high standards.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Altium Designer, embedded programming (especially with STM platforms), and bare-metal (C) programming.
• Leverage your expertise in lab instrumentation (e.g., Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, VNAs) to ensure the highest quality of product testing.
• Apply automated testing methods to streamline and improve production workflows.
• Perform SMT soldering and PCB modifications as necessary.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. top-secret security clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with analog video systems (e.g., CVBS, PAL, NTSC).
• Familiarity with digital video systems (e.g., MIPI-CSI).
• Experience in camera design and BLDC motor drivers.
• Knowledge of RF communications, DSP, and FPGAs is a plus.
• Proficiency in LoRa and antenna/RF routing technologies.
• Experience in UAV electronics design (e.g., PX4, Ardupilot).
• Experience with controls (e.g., PID controllers) is highly desirable.

Requirements

• 8-15 years of experience in electrical engineering, ideally within a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to secure top-secret security clearance.
• Strong technical background with a deep understanding of electrical engineering principles and systems.

Compensation

• Salary: $173k - $246k
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

On-Site Work Policy

• This position is in-person at the El Segundo, CA office. No hybrid work option.

Tech Stack

• PCB design, embedded programming, control systems, bare-metal programming, C, RF engineering.