Overview
EMCORE Corporation is a leading independent provider of advanced inertial navigation solutions for the aerospace, defense, commercial, and industrial sectors. We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Budd Lake, NJ facility. The role focuses on leading electrical design efforts from concept through completion, translating customer requirements into robust electrical solutions with leadership in mixed-signal circuit design, development, and worst-case analysis across analog and digital domains.
Base pay range
$135,000.00 / yr - $185,000.00 / yr
Note : Your actual pay will be based on skills and experience; talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead electrical design efforts from concept through production, including schematic capture, PCB layout, and system integration.
- Perform detailed analysis and simulations of analog and digital circuits to ensure performance and reliability.
- Define electrical subsystem architecture based on the Statement of Work (SOW).
- Support project planning by estimating resources, timelines, and costs.
- Prepare and review technical proposals and Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical designs into larger systems.
- Solve complex design challenges using innovative methods.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for design and production issues.
- Update and modify existing analog and digital designs to address obsolescence.
- Develop and present materials for PMRs, TIMs, and design reviews.
- Estimate manpower requirements and manage engineering schedules to meet milestones.
- Mentor junior engineers and promote electrical engineering best practices.
- Stay current with industry standards, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
7+ years of experience in electrical engineering, including design, analysis, and troubleshooting of complex circuits, schematics, and embedded systems.BS in Electrical Engineering required; Masters degree preferred.Proficiency in analog / digital design tools such as OrCAD, Altium, or equivalent.Experience with FPGA / ASIC design and microcontroller-based architectures.Strong understanding of signal integrity, power distribution, EMI / EMC, and thermal management.Experience in programming, testing, and debugging electronic components and assemblies.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work methodically.Minimum 4 years of experience in space, aerospace, or military applications.Excellent verbal and written communication across all levels.Preferred Skills
Design, development, production, and testing of sensor systems, inertial navigation systems, spacecraft, and space mission hardware.Analytical and troubleshooting abilities in electrical design.Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies).Proficiency with SPICE, Simulink, or MATLAB for simulation and design.Strong teamwork and openness to feedback.Additional Information
As a federal contractor, a criminal background check may be required prior to starting employment.ITAR and EAR considerations may apply; access to certain technology may require clearance.EMCORE is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, disability, sex, veteran status, or other protected statuses.We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.Benefits include health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.Location & Level
Seniority level : Mid-Senior levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries : Aerospace / Defense (and related fields)We welcome qualified applicants and look forward to hearing from you. Apply today to join an innovative team. We may share related roles in the area (e.g., Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer, Senior Electrical Engineer) as openings arise.
Note
We are a federal contractor; ITAR / EAR requirements may apply as part of the eligibility for access to certain information and technologies.
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