Electrical Engineer � Entry Level

Electrical Engineer � Entry Level

Our client, a leading federal defense contractor has a contract opportunity for an Entry Level Electrical Engineer with an active DoD Secret clearance to work onsite at their Manassas, VA facility.

As an entry-level EE, you will learn how to:
- Design and develop printed circuit boards (PCBs) for power systems and electronic assemblies
- Create schematics, perform component selection, and generate bills of materials
- Collaborate with PCB layout team to optimize component placement, routing, signal integrity, and thermal management
- Support circuit simulation and analysis using SPICE or similar tools
- Assist with PCB bring-up, testing, debugging, and design verification
- Generate design documentation including schematics, assembly drawings, and design specifications
- Perform design reviews and incorporate feedback from senior engineers
- Support integration and testing of circuit boards into larger system assemblies
- Learn and apply IPC standards and best practices for PCB design and manufacturing
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, test engineers, and manufacturing

Required Skills

- Must be a US Citizen
- Must have an active DoD Secret clearance
- Requires a Bachelor-s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field.
- Solid understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals including analog and digital circuit design
- Strong interest in PCB design and hands-on hardware development
- Coursework or project experience with PCB design and development
- Familiarity with schematic capture tools (OrCAD Capture, Altium Designer, KiCad, or similar)
- Understanding of PCB layout considerations including trace width, impedance control, and layer stackup
- Knowledge of analog and digital circuit design fundamentals
- Eagerness to learn PCB design tools and industry best practices
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and seeks mentorship
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to design quality
- Analytical problem-solving skills with hands-on debugging capabilities
- Effective communication skills with ability to document designs clearly
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in circuit board design

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