Electrical Engineer

SpektreWorks is an Arizona-based aerospace company specializing in the design, development, and production of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and related ground support equipment for defense and national security applications. We serve as both a manufacturer and final systems integrator, delivering scalable, mission-ready platforms that support a wide range of operational needs, from target systems and payload integration to one-way attack. With a focus on rapid production, practical engineering, and real-world deployment, our aircraft move quickly from concept to fielded capability—supporting critical missions for the U.S. Department of Defense and its partners.

Overview
We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to support the design, integration, and production of Group 3 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The ideal candidate will have experience in circuit design, embedded systems, wiring and harnessing, and system-level integration, with a strong ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex electrical systems across both aircraft and ground support equipment.

What You'll Do

• Design embedded control electronics from concept to production, including component selection, schematic & PCB design, board bring-up, and system level integration.
• Troubleshoot issues that span the electrical and software boundaries, with solid skills using both lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, DMM, etc.) and software debugging tools.
• Work closely with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and test engineers to deliver fully functional products.
• Work in a fast-paced environment supporting new developments, active deployments, and customer operated hardware.
• Concurrently manage involvement in multiple projects at various stages.

Required Qualifications

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting complex embedded systems and products.
• Familiarity with standard interfaces such as Ethernet, CAN, I2C, SPI, PCIe, USB, etc.
• Comfortable with a variety of EDA tools.
• Competence with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, logic analyzers, debuggers, current-probes, and automation of tests.
• Exceptional organization and communication skills (both written and oral).
• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with C.
• Familiarity with software development processes and tools such as git, Github, JIRA, etc.
• Experience with developing for a safety-critical environment.
• Experience working on products used in tough environments (automotive, aerospace, defense, etc.).
• Knowledge of embedded software development, including use of timers, interrupts, hardware peripherals such as SPI controllers and ADCs.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person