Senior Electrical Engineer

About Wild West Systems

Wild West Systems is a defense technology startup redefining autonomous edge defense through modular, AI-powered weapon systems-designed, built, and launched in the USA. We're arming the future warfighter with precision, affordability, and swagger. If you're ready to embrace the grit and chaos of cutting-edge defense innovation, welcome to the frontier.

Why This Role Matters As our Senior Electrical Engineer , you'll architect the nervous system of our autonomous weapons platforms. From schematics to PCB layout, from board bring-up to characterization, you'll own the full hardware electrical stack. You're not just an engineer- you're a systems-level thinker, a relentless debugger, and a battlefield enabler. Your work will be embedded in the machines defending tomorrow's freedom.

Responsibilities

• Design & Layout : Own board-level electrical design from schematic capture to final PCB layout and manufacturing handoff.
• Board Bring-Up & Characterization : Lead bring-up of new hardware, including firmware loading, signal integrity validation, and electrical debugging.
• Manufacturing Interface : Work closely with contract manufacturers and internal teams to ensure DFM compliance and successful board builds.
• Cross-Disciplinary Integration : Collaborate deeply with mechanical, firmware, and systems teams to tightly integrate electronics with electromechanical systems.
• Ignition & Power Systems : Apply your deep knowledge of mechatronics and ignition methods (including induction systems) to support next-gen weapon effects.
• Documentation & Validation : Create detailed documentation for schematics, layout, testing procedures, and interface requirements.
• Mission Support : Travel occasionally to proving grounds for system integration and live-fire support.
• Velocity & Ownership : Push designs from napkin sketch to fielded hardware-fast . Own your stack with pride and accountability.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Experience

What You'll Find at Wild West Systems