Senior Electrical Engineer

Title: Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: Van Nuys, CA
Job type: Full-time

Job Description:
Client is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with strong expertise in schematic capture, PCB layout, and firmware development. This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that support critical defense and aerospace programs while enjoying a collaborative, innovative work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform schematic capture for analog and digital electronics designs
• Lead PCB layout from concept through production release
• Develop and debug firmware for microcontrollers and FPGAs
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate hardware and firmware solutions
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and verification of designs to meet program requirements
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation, including design specifications and test procedures

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• Minimum years of experience in:
• Schematic capture and PCB layout for analog and digital electronics
• Firmware development for microcontrollers and FPGAs
• Strong email, verbal communication, specification, and documentation skills
• citizenship required (due to government contract requirements)
• Local candidates and principals only (no agencies)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience writing Data Items (Contractor Data Requirements List)
• Skilled in designing interfaces between the data link and physical layers in the OSI Model
• Familiarity with configuration management tools such as SOLIDWORKS PDM or similar
• Knowledge of relevant MIL-STDs, including DO-
• Experience with industry-standard video protocols:
• SMPTE , , (SD, HD, G-SDI)
• NTSC
• HDMI/DVI
• DisplayPort
• VGA
• MPEG-/ encoding

Compensation & Benefits

• Company-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Plans
• (k) plan
• / schedule (every other Friday off)
• Paid December holiday break
• Modern offices with free parking
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career growth