Principal Electrical Engineer

Job overview

The Principal Electrical Engineer role is based onsite in Manassas, VA, and the posting describes a full-time position. Compensation is $150,000–$180,000 per year. The engineer supports Electra’s development of the nine-passenger hybrid-electric EL9 aircraft. The role leads design, analysis, integration, and testing of aircraft electrical systems, translating program objectives into system architectures and requirements. It also supports supplier selection, design reviews, and hands-on integration and test activities to advance the aircraft program’s safety, performance, and certification goals.

What you'll do

• Lead design, analysis, integration, and testing of aircraft electrical systems
• conduct trade studies and define architectures, requirements, and interfaces
• manage electrical-system requirements
• support supplier evaluation and selection
• prepare and present design reviews
• manage and support integration and test activities
• collaborate with program management, integrated product teams, and functional groups.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

manassas va

electra

principal electrical engineer

hybrid-electric aircraft

electrical systems

avionics

power distribution

system integration

aircraft testing

$150k–$180k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Equity
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and winter break
• 401(k) with immediate vesting
• catered lunches and free on-site parking.

Why this role

The posting seeks 12+ years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, aerospace, or a related field.

About the employer

Electra is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.