What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at Planned Systems International, Inc.?
Overview
PSI is currently seeking a part-time Electrical Engineer to support the development of a next-generation modular drone system with a 200-mile range, designed for operation in DDIL (Denied, Degraded, Intermittent, or Limited) communication environments. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge prototyping, integration, and validation efforts within an agile, cross-functional engineering team.
Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities
The individual will be responsible for assisting with multiple project components including but not limited to:
- Power systems integration.
- Sensor integration.
- Wire diagram development.
- Communication system integration.
- Component selection.
- Wire harness fabrication.
Minimum Requirements
- Enrolled in a college undergraduate program. Majors such as Electrical or Computer Engineering are preferred.
- Basic experience with mechanical or electrical CAD tools.
- Exposure to embedded systems or programming (e.g., Arduino, STM32, ESP32).
- Familiarity with common communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C).
- Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or C/C is a plus.
- Interest in drones, autonomous systems, and rapid hardware development.
- Must have successfully completed one year of an accredited university/college with salient courseware to support meaningful contributions to systems engineering requirements for project.
Company Benefits
PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.
EEO Commitment
It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing HRDepartment@plan-sys.com, or by dialing 703-575-8400.