Entry-Level Electrical Engineer (Defense - PCB Design)

Are you an Electrical Engineer who is looking to join one of the top companies within the Defense Industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have experience with PCB design and development?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then today!

Acara Solutions is seeking highly qualified candidates to work on-site with our customer in Manassas, VA. Interested?

Here's what you'd do:

• 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 IPC standards and best practices for PCB design and manufacturing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, test engineers, and manufacturing.

Here's what you'll get:

Pay: $42.78/hr

Hours: M-F, 9x80 schedule

Length: 6-month contract with possible opportunity of extension or conversion to permanent role

Holiday pay, 401(k), direct deposit, and medical and dental insurance

A promising career in a growing industry

Opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and empower yourself (and others)

Sound like a good fit?

TODAY

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier provider of recruiting and workforce solutions-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in a variety of industries around the world, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

Here's what you'll need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Science or Engineering or Mathematics.

Here's what sets you apart from other candidates:

• Solid understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, including analog and digital circuit design.
• Experience with common communication interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, USB).
• Experience with circuit simulation tools (LTSpice, PSpice, or similar).
• Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and function generators.
• Strong interest in PCB design and hands-on hardware development.
• 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 the ability to document designs clearly.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in circuit board design.
• 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.
• Understanding of signal integrity concepts and high-speed design principles.
• Familiarity with power supply design (linear regulators, DC-DC converters).
• Knowledge of component selection and datasheets interpretation.
• Understanding of PCB manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-2222, etc.).
• Knowledge of thermal management and heat dissipation in PCB design.
• Understanding of EMI/EMC design considerations.
• Exposure to microcontrollers or embedded systems design.
• Internship or co-op experience in hardware design or PCB development.
• Senior design project involving custom PCB development.

Additional Information:

• Requires the ability to obtain an Active Secret Clearance
• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

After you , you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit.

The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.