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Principal Electrical Engineer

Colorado Springs, COOnsiteFull TimePrincipal$90,300–$189,600 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics Engineering
  • STEM
  • power distribution
  • signal conditioning
  • ground-based SATCOM systems
  • electrical and RF interfaces
  • antennas
  • SDRs
  • high-powered SATCOM components

Nice to have

  • quality control review process

Role summary

CACI seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to provide Integrated Product Support (IPS) for the Tactical Integrated Ground Suite (TIGS) System of Systems (SoS). This role involves designing, developing, and evaluating electronic components and systems, with a focus on ground-based SATCOM systems. Responsibilities include RF interface design, grounding, EMI mitigation, and testing using specialized equipment. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM field, with 8 years of professional experience (or 6 years with a Master's). Familiarity with NEC, IEC, and IEEE standards is necessary. Desired qualifications include experience in quality control and team leadership.

Job Title: Principal Electrical EngineerJob Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCIEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental USAnticipated Posting End: 10/5/2027

The Opportunity:
CACI is responsible for providing comprehensive Integrated Product Support (IPS) services for the Tactical Integrated Ground Suite (TIGS) System of Systems (SoS). These services cover a range of support categories including management, engineering, maintenance, supply, data, training, continuous support, infrastructure, logistics, and personnel. The primary objective of these diverse services is to ensure warfighting readiness across the globe by increasing the operational availability and mission effectiveness of all currently deployed and future TIGS SoS.


The Principal Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating electronic parts, components, integrated circuitry for electronic equipment, other hardware systems, or electrical engineering applications. Duties may include analyzing equipment to establish operating data, conducting experimental tests and evaluating results as well as selecting components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability.

Responsibilities:

  • Research, design, develop, modify and evaluate electronics parts, components and integrated circuitry for electronic equipment.
  • Develop and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
  • Support systems engineering by preparing presentations, conducting and supporting trade studies, and evaluating systems electrical and RF components.
  • Interact with stakeholders on significant technical matters.
  • Work with a cross-functional team in a highly dynamic mission-focused environment.



Qualifications:

Required: 


  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a STEM related discipline.
  • 8 years of professional experience, or 6 years of professional experience with a related Master’s degree.
  • Experienced in power distribution design and signal conditioning in ground-based SATCOM systems.
  • Experienced in electrical and RF interfaces between antennas, SDRs, and high-powered SATCOM components. Experienced in grounding and bonding with EMI mitigation solutioning.
  • Experienced in integration and testing of RF and electrical components and able to read schematics, drawings, and ICDs.
  • Experienced in the use of RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal analyzers, network analyzers, and SATCOM modems.
  • Familiarity with codes, regulation, and standards such as NEC, IEC, and IEEE. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers, project teams, and stakeholders.

Desired:

  • Experience in quality control review process
    Experience in leading a team

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$90,300-$189,600CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
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