Principal Electrical Engineer

OverviewPractice Leader, Engineering and Construction | Partnering with Industrial Leaders for Transformational Growth and Lasting ImpactClient Overview: Augmented Reality | Aerospace Innovation | Defense Tech Training. Our client is a venture-backed aerospace technology company building next-generation augmented reality systems that are transforming military flight training. Their proprietary technology enables pilots to simulate cognitive challenges of air combat in real time, at speed and scale—redefining how the next generation of fighter pilots train.Position: Principal Electrical Engineer — Louisville, CO. Lead the design and development of rugged, airborne electronics powering mission-critical AR platforms.What You’ll Be DoingArchitect, design, and develop electrical hardware for airborne AR platformsOwn the full hardware lifecycle: requirements, simulation, schematic capture, PCB layout, bring-up, and integrationEnsure compliance with MIL-STD-704 and other aerospace/military standardsLead verification, testing, and qualification campaigns (EMI, thermal, vibration, etc.)Collaborate cross-functionally with software, mechanical, and systems engineersProvide technical leadership and mentorship to junior/mid-level engineersDrive continuous improvement in design processes, DFM/DFT practices, and system integrationWhat You BringBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related)10+ years of electrical design experience for complex hardware systemsExpertise in high-speed digital (DDR3/DDR4, PCIe, USB 3.0, DisplayPort), mixed-signal, analog, and power circuit designExperience with FPGAs, SoCs, and embedded systemsProficiency in Altium (schematic/PCB layout) and standard lab tools (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.)Proven background designing for aerospace-grade reliability and MIL-spec complianceU.S. Citizenship (ability to obtain a security clearance required)Bonus if you have experience with FPGA RTL design, manufacturing documentation (Gerbers, BOMs, stackups), first-article builds, or environmental qualification pensation & BenefitsBase pay range: $180,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yrAnnual Bonus100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage (employee)PTO package: vacation, sick time, holidays, and parental leaveShort- and long-term disabilityFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Voluntary benefits (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity)Mission-driven culture building hardware that truly mattersJob Function & SeniorityJob function: Engineering, Design, and ManagementSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeReady to apply your expertise in high-speed digital and aerospace-grade electronics to a mission-critical, next-generation AR system? Let’s connect. Apply now or reach out directly to learn more about this opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17