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Senior Electrical Engineer

Leonardo DRS
Bridgeton, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/25/2026
Job description:

Job ID: 115864 

 

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.  

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking multiple full time Senior Electrical Engineers.  This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility and will have the option to work an in person or hybrid schedule.  Responsible for leading group of engineers on a technical activity and completion of activity on time and budget.  This role will design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems, and/or subsystems.  They will use computer-aided engineering (CAD) schematic capture and/or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments.

Job Responsibilities
  • Involved with the design, development, modification and analysis of various electronics systems.  May include Hardware, Power Engineering, Power Electronic Engineering, Electromagnetic Engineering, Integrated Circuit Engineering, Components or others.  Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in existing products or systems and makes modifications as needed.  Compile and evaluate design and test data.  Analyze, develop and recommend design approaches.
  • Responsible for leading group of engineers on a technical activity and completion of activity on time and budget
  • Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems 
  • May use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments.  Review customer specifications and requirements, and under direction, develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable 
  • Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments
  • Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
  • Drive the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
  • Develop prototypes to retire key development risks
  • Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required
  • Participate in preparation of proposals
  • Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
  • Lead and direct the work of others as assigned
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
  • Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings
  • Lead less-experienced engineers
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
  • A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
  • Fluency in technologies and application domain
  • Experience in the design and development of electrical systems, architecture, and cabling design
  • Must have knowledge on and experience with engineering drawing applications (experience with CANVAS a plus)
  • Knowledge on and experience with circuit simulation applications
  • Must have knowledge on and experience with Circuit Card CAD applications (experience with ALTIUM a plus)
  • Experience interfacing hardware components into a complete spec compliant system
  • Must have experience designing and maintaining system Interface Control Documents (ICD)
  • Must be able to determine the hardware compatibility of a system
  • Ability to lead a technical group independently 

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

 

The salary range for this position is $93,121.00/year- $125,713.00/year for the state of Illinois.  This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

 

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

 

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LSY INDLSYS

Profile description:

Leonardo DRS Land Systems division is a recognized world leader in the integration of complex technologies into legacy systems and platforms for military and commercial customers globally.  DRS Land Systems offers a diverse portfolio of military products and technologies focused on battlefield reconnaissance and surveillance, survivability, lethality, heavy transport mobility, fuel and water distribution, radar and electronic systems testing.  Headquartered in Bridgeton, MO with a 100- acre heavy equipment manufacturing facility in West Plains, MO, and a site in Goleta, CA.   

We offer:

DRS Land Systems offers a comprehensive benefits plan designed to meet the needs of all our employees:

·         Medical/dental/vision insurance

·         Pet insurance

·         401K retirement plan

·         Employee Stock Purchase plan

·         Short-term and long-term disability coverage

·         Life insurance

·         Vacation & Health & Emergency leave

·         Paid holidays

·         Paid parental leave

·         Student loan repayment

·         Tuition reimbursement

·         Flexible work schedule

Salary : $93,121 - $125,713

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