Senior Electrical Engineer

AeroVironment

Senior Electrical Engineer designing control systems and electronic subsystems for AeroVironment’s autonomous UAVs. Leading R&D design, testing, troubleshooting, and flight-test support.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeRemote • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $111,500 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing electrical control systems, with a strong focus on reliability, safety, and compliance. Proficient in troubleshooting complex systems and leading engineering projects, particularly in the context of unmanned aircraft vehicles.

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Electrical Control System DesignAltium DesignerRadio Frequency (RF) EngineeringEmbedded Systems DevelopmentPower Electronics

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringSchematic CapturePCB LayoutTroubleshootingEngineering FundamentalsMathematicsPhysicsMaterial PropertiesDesign DocumentationCost Estimation

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

Office SoftwareProductivity ToolsEmbedded Control SoftwareFlight Test EquipmentUAV Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringU.S. Citizenship or ITAR/EAR Qualification

Industry Keywords

Unmanned Aircraft VehiclesFlight Test OperationsSmall UAV SubsystemsIndustry ProtocolsLVDSI2CHDMIUARTSPICAN

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain electrical control systems and components for economy, safety, reliability, quality, and sustainability
Select components and equipment based on specifications and reliability analysis
Conduct engineering and design of electronic systems for unmanned aircraft vehicles
Perform detailed design, documentation, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic and mechanical components, equipment, and subsystems
Provide electronic engineering support for R&D projects
Coordinate manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation, and testing activities
Inspect completed installations and observe operations for design, equipment, and safety compliance
Work with avionics, embedded systems, and RF links; support flight test operations as needed
Document designs with engineering drawings and written descriptions
Perform design and analysis tasks and contribute to budgets and cost estimates
Assess root causes of critical issues and propose alternate solutions through research and re-engineering
Make complex design decisions to meet requirements and impact project costs and schedules
Provide technical supervision across disciplines and lead a small team or project
May supervise the activities of others

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum of 8–12 years of relevant experience
Proficiency with office software, computer-based productivity tools, and area-specific software tools
Experience using Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout
Experience in one or more of Radio Frequency (RF), embedded control, or FPGA
Experience with power electronics, motors, and battery technology, including lead acid, nickel metal hydride, and lithium-ion batteries
Ability to troubleshoot complex systems
Familiarity with industry protocols including LVDS, I2C, HDMI, UART, SPI, CAN, and USB
Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, mathematics, physics, and material properties
Willingness to travel up to 30% for flight test operations
Clean driving record
Ability to qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or obtain an export license; some positions require current U.S. citizenship
Advanced degree preferred
Flight test or R/C experience and hands-on tool experience are a plus
Familiarity with small UAV subsystems and associated software is a plus
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
Teamwork and collaboration orientation
Ability to work in an office and sit or stand for long periods

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401K with company matching
9/80 work schedule
Paid holiday shutdown