Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer Clearance Level: Must have an Active Top Secret Clearance to be considered due to the nature of the work Location: Although this position is hybrid - you must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA to be considered At Aquila Technology, you will see our team’s passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage. About the Role: Aquila Technology is seeking a Electrical Engineer to join its team in support of one of the nation's premier defense research organizations. The Electrical Engineer will designs, develops, and tests electrical devices and equipment, including communications systems, power generators, motors and navigation systems, and electrical systems for automobiles and aircraft. They will oversees the manufacturing of these devices, systems, and equipment. As well as designs new ways to use electrical power to develop or improve products. The Electrical Engineer will performs detailed calculations to develop manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications. What You Will Bring: Must Have 13 years of experience with the following: Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree Clearance Level: Currently holds a Top Secret Clearance Electrical/Electronics Circuit Architectures and Algorithms Device Layout Electrical/Electronics - Analog Electrical/Electronics - Digital Electrical/Electronics - Power Electronic Test Equipment New Circuit Characterization and Qualification New Circuit Debug Reconfigurable Circuits Test Equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic analyzers; power supplies, data acquisition) Software Spice Circuit board design using tools (Mentor Graphics Xpedition, Dx Designer, etc.) Nice to Have Software Embedded systems Background/Need Virtual/Work from Home Responsibilities: Design, development, and technical support of programs utilizing experience in electronic systems hardware development, with emphasis on power control/conversion. Participate in defining, describing and implementing program deliverables/functionalities. Required Skills: All aspects of implementing circuitry, including design and schematic entry using Mentor Graphics tools, board layout, parts selection, debugging, and documentation. Optoelectronic circuitry such as low-noise quadrant detector transimpedance amplifiers and laser diode pulse power drive circuitry (30 W or greater) Power conversion and distribution technology for 28 VDC avionics for aerospace applications Piezoelectric actuator drive circuitry SPICE modelling Familiarity with all types of laboratory instrumentation, including oscilloscopes, function generators, meters, spectrum analyzers, and frequency counters. The ability to work closely with a small group to define circuit requirements based on high-level systems requirements. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to work in a team-oriented environment. Preferred Skills: Familiarity with embedded systems development, including C and/or assembly language programming for hard real-time single-board computer applications. Familiarity with circuit simulation using a tool such as PSpice Benefits and Perks: Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home. Our Perks Include: PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire: 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment Tuition & Training Reimbursement- 5K annually for pre-approved, Eligible full-time team members who have completed a minimum ofsix (6) months of employment may apply for tuition reimbursement for approved, job-related courses taken through an accredited college or university. Team members must achieve a grade of “B” or better to qualify for reimbursement.Aquila will reimburse up to $5,000 per fiscal year for tuition expenses only. Expenses related to training programs, certifications, books, materials, meals, transportation, or other non-tuition costs are not eligible under the Tuition Reimbursement Program. All tuition reimbursement requests must be submitted to and approved by the team member’s Manager prior to course registration. Reimbursement will be issued upon successful course completion and submission of final grades and proof of payment. 401K with Fidelity - Eligible to participate following 90 days of employment. Company match on employee contribution: $1/$1 up to 3%, then .50 cents / $1 for 4th and 5th %s Fully vested from day one Company match does not apply to catch-up contribution Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Aquila Technology will reimburse team members who work from home ONLY for cell phone/mobile device fees for work-related communications and/or operations each month. Employees eligible for this benefit must work remote 2 days a week or more to qualify. Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) -Team members are eligible for reimbursement of up to $1,500 every three (3) years for the purchase of electronic equipment used to access corporate services. To qualify for this benefit, employees must have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment and must agree to and sign the Device Minimum Configuration Form prior to reimbursement. Electronic devices eligible under the Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) program are limited to cell phones, laptops, and tablets. Clearance Level: Candidate must have an active Top Secret Clearance for this role. Work Location: Position is a hybrid role with onsite work for classified project needs and hardware testing. Interview process would be 2 steps. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer