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Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Job Description
The Electrical Engineer will focus on the full lifecycle design and development of printed circuit boards (PCBs) for spaceflight and ground support systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in schematic capture, circuit analysis, and component selection, with experience taking designs from concept through production and support.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop complex PCBs for spaceflight and ground systems.
- Perform schematic capture and circuit analysis using industry-standard tools.
- Select components with consideration for reliability, availability, and radiation tolerance.
- Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to ensure design integration.
Essential Skills
- 10 years in electrical engineering (primarily focused on design).
- Proficient in PCB design using Altium.
- Experience with hardware, including oscilloscopes and lab equipment.
- Proficient in schematic capture, circuit analysis, and component selection.
- Hands-on lab experience including the use of oscilloscopes, multi-meters, etc.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- BS in Electrical Engineering.
- Understanding of high-speed concepts, FPGA, and DDR SDRAM is preferred.
- Experience in aerospace/aviation or other regulated environments is preferred.
- Proficiency with CAD tools such as Cadence, Allegro, OrCAD.
- Experience with high-speed digital design and embedded systems.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pasadena, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $75.00 - $85.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Pasadena,CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $75 - $85