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Senior Staff Electrical Engineer

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Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/26/2026
Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, StaffRight Associates, LLC, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today!

  • Candidates of the United States and have a current DoD security clearance, a recently expired one, or in some cases the ability to receive one.

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The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a visionary Senior Electronics Design Engineer to spearhead the development of next-generation hardware systems. In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between complex conceptual requirements and high-performance physical reality.

You will exert a direct influence on the reliability and sophistication of advanced sensing technologies, ensuring our clients remain at the cutting edge of aerospace and defense innovation. This is a chance to own the hardware lifecycle for mission-critical systems where precision is not just a goal, but a requirement.

What You’ll Do

  • Architect comprehensive electronic hardware solutions, spanning from initial schematic capture to finalized multilayer PCB layouts.
  • Drive the full product development lifecycle, ensuring every design iteration meets rigorous performance and durability standards.
  • Synthesize complex system requirements into actionable engineering specifications for high-reliability environments.
  • Champion rigorous testing protocols to validate signal integrity, thermal management, and electromagnetic compatibility.
  • Execute detailed hardware-software integration, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system interoperability.
  • Troubleshoot intricate hardware anomalies using advanced diagnostic tools, implementing robust corrective actions for flight-grade electronics.

What You Bring

  • Technical Mastery: Proven expertise in analog and digital circuit design, with a deep understanding of power distribution and high-speed signal routing.
  • Strategic Design: Extensive experience utilizing modern EDA tools for sophisticated PCB design and simulation.
  • Industry Sophistication: A strong background in developing electronics for extreme environments, specifically within the military or space-flight sectors.
  • Logic Programming: Proficiency in FPGA/CPLD architecture, including the simulation and debugging of complex logic designs.
  • Firmware Integration: Hands-on experience developing and integrating embedded firmware for microcontrollers and CPUs.
  • Specialized Systems: Exposure to LIDAR technology or similar advanced optical sensing platforms is highly advantageous.
  • Educational Foundation: A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required; an MSEE is preferred.

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions.

We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.

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