Electronics Engineer - Team Leader

Electronics Engineering Team Leader (Location : Carson / Torrance, CA area) Electronics Engineering Team Leader This position will manage in-house engineers and contract support across areas such as mixed-signal analog / digital design, FPGA / microcontroller development, and full system integration. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills to collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams in electrical, mechanical, firmware, and software engineering, as well as program tech leads, managers, and engineering directors. This candidate will be joining a growing engineering team that develops cutting-edge, ruggedized military hardware to support operations via air, land, or sea. Our department focuses on tightly integrated, compact sensing and computing technologies to deliver mission critical information. Prior experience working with ruggedized military hardware is desirable (but not required). Responsibilities : Technical Leadership, Design & Development : Ideally, this position will consist of 80%-85% hands-on engineering, and 15%-20% of Team Leadership. Lead the electrical engineering team in new product development to meet customer requirements and company objectives. Support the definition of hardware architectures, ensuring alignment with functional requirements, design re-use, manufacturability, and testability. Oversee design, analysis, and testing, ensuring compliance with MIL standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810, 461, 704) and meeting ruggedization, EMI / EMC, and power requirements. Manage the development of high-quality documentation packages, including schematics, parts lists, test plans, qualification reports, and technical manuals. Guide hardware / software integration and acceptance testing, providing oversight and feedback on deliverables. Engage in hands-on design, troubleshooting, and problem-solving as needed in areas of expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. Mentorship & Project Support : Mentor and develop the electrical engineering team to enhance skills and maintain high performance. Collaborate with tech leads, program managers, and principal investigators on task assignments, budget allocation, and project planning. Provide technical insight, planning, and progress updates to stakeholders to ensure project milestones are achieved. Requirements : Technical Skills : B.S. or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 8 years of experience in analog / digital circuit design and embedded electronics firmware development. Strong circuit design skills, with experience working on 8 layer PCBs. 8 years of using C / C++ while doing electronics firmware development. 2 years of management experience preferred. Strong hands-on experience in designing and troubleshooting microcontroller and FPGA-based systems. Proficiency in E-CAD tools (preferably Altium) and generating fabrication / assembly drawings. (Note : Client’s PCB’s consist of 8-12 layers). Experience with environmental and EMI / EMC qualification testing per MIL standards. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and systems engineering skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. “Plus” Skills : Experience with SBIR programs and transitioning technologies from prototype to production. Familiarity with military vehicle integration, qualification testing, and field support. Experience in developing / managing CONOPs, system design, architecture, and requirements. Benefits Client offers a wide range of benefits, including (but not limited to) : Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance plans, vacation time and PTO, etc. Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3). Client company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.