Principal Electrical Systems Engineer - UAVs

Job DescriptionPosition Title: Principal Electrical Systems Engineer - UAVs Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract opportunity located in Roseville, CA. Job Responsibilities: Developing subsystem and system-level test plans and reports Leading and conducting various kinds of testing including hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SWIL), avionics, subsystem and aircraft-level testing Leading root cause corrective action (RCCA) investigations and eliminating contributors through analysis and/or hands-on testing Working in conjunction with Software Engineering Team to develop software system requirements and test requirements Supporting flight test planning, aircraft preparation, and test execution at government test ranges Developing system architectures for new and existing systems Conducting trade studies and performing design research of engineering concepts and explorations to determine optimal requirements and system architecture Developing system/subsystem interface definitions, system schematics, and system design documentation and performing peer reviews of fellow team members' work Participating in planning, design, testing, and deployment of moderately complex, engineered systems and software to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements Leading or supporting system engineering technical reviews (SETR) including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR) Job Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline 11-20 years of industry experience Ability to acquire and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher Sharp analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and is capable of working effectively in a dynamic environment Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities Results-oriented, sense of ownership, urgency, and drive Experience working within the Defense and/or Aerospace industry is a must Hands-on integration & test experience with aircraft systems and/or subsystems is a must Demonstrated testing best practices including but not limited to managing test configurations, adhering to safety and training procedures, and organizing data collection and analysis. Job Details: Job Type: Contract Location: Roseville, CA. Pay Rate Range: $70-100/hr. U.S. Citizen Required (Ability to acquire and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher) Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan. About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation - from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We're passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future. Meet Your RecruiterLaura Duarte I have been in Technical Recruiting for over 20 years. I specialize in hiring people for technology, engineering, manufacturing, and operations jobs for various exciting industries nationwide, such as consumer electronics, medical devices, space/aerospace/avionics, and nuclear-clean energy. I will listen to you and guide you through the entire job application and interviewing process in a fun and clearly communicated way. My philosophy has always been to be an enthusiastic learner of new technologies and keep the big picture in mind while continuing to be honest, organized, and proactive. I am passionate about helping others find an exciting and fulfilling job that aligns with their goals. I am diversity-focused and especially love helping under-represented folks & Veterans into STEM careers. I approach every job seeker with empathy, equity, and respect.

Created: 2026-03-04