Principal Electrical Engineer - Avionics Systems

Principal Electrical Engineer - Avionics Systems

Job Description

As a Principal Electrical Engineer specializing in Avionics Systems, you will play a pivotal role in supporting global Electronic Design teams. You will coordinate, review, and oversee design, development, and testing activities for space applications, focusing on avionics systems for micro-satellites. This position offers the autonomy to work independently while collaborating within a highly skilled team, including support from a multi-functional team based in Italy.

Responsibilities

• Provide proposal support for Avionics and Electrical systems.
• Assess system performance, conduct design trades, and evaluate system effectiveness.
• Review electrical schematics, layout, and manufacturing specifications.
• Define board-level hardware architectures and select EEE parts.
• Define and execute Avionics testing procedures.
• Develop and manage subsystem specifications.
• Conduct preliminary subsystem/component validation through analysis and simulations.
• Collaborate with other functional areas within the company.

Essential Skills

• At least 14 years of professional experience in a relevant role, with experience in space systems design and integration.
• Extensive experience with On-Board Computers (OBCs) and Power Control and Distribution Units (PCDUs).
• Deep knowledge in analog, digital, and power electronics.
• Familiarity with FPGA design, including architecture definition, programming, and validation.
• Strong focus on designing for EMC/EMI.
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is required.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Science, Engineering, or related STEM discipline.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Industry experience in Space or Defense sector is advantageous.
• Comprehensive understanding of space standards such as CCSDS and ECSS.
• Extensive knowledge of laboratory instruments.
• Ability to establish and track Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
• Proficiency in Altium Designer.
• Knowledge of RF electronic devices and complex PCB layout design.
• Experience in programming embedded micro-controllers/processors.
• Experience in scheduling and coordinating activities for avionics projects.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Progressive experience in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and organizational abilities.
• Impeccable attention to detail and a sense of urgency.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, offering opportunities for autonomy and teamwork. You will work alongside a talented team in the US and benefit from the expertise of an experienced multi-functional team in Italy. A comprehensive benefits package includes performance-based incentive pay, medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a generous match, life insurance, three weeks of paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

This is a Contract position based out of Melbourne, FL.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Melbourne,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 13, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $60 - $70