Top 34 avionics engineer Jobs in washington dc

Electrical Engineering Manager, Unmanned Systems (UAV/USV)
Ideal Aerosmith —Rockville, MD
- $140,000 - $195,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Senior Systems Engineer – Radar & Avionics Integration
CACI —Washington, DC
- $113,200 - $237,800 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Data analysis skills
- Health insurance
Spacecraft Systems Engineer
Quantum Space —Rockville, MD
- $180,000 - $220,000 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- 3 years
- Assembly
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Electrical Engineer I
Quantum Space —Rockville, MD
- Bachelor of Science
- Laboratory experience
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Test Engineer II
Leonardo DRS —Germantown, MD
- $91,907 - $131,428 a year
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Satellite Electrical Engineer
Scout Space —Reston, VA
- $120,000 - $200,000 a year
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Laboratory experience
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Besxar —Washington, DC
- $175,000 - $225,000 a year
- 8 years
- Mentoring
- Senior level
Aircraft Systems Safety Engineer
Atropos —Arlington, VA
- $155,000 - $235,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Military encouraged
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
Engineer, Satellite Platform Engineering
SES —McLean, VA
- Weekends as needed
- Doctoral degree
- English
- Master's degree
Avionics Systems Architect, UAS Programs
Atropos —Arlington, VA
- $160,000 - $220,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
RF Systems Engineer
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) —Laurel, MD
- $100,000 - $245,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- System design
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Systems Engineer (Washington Navy Yard)
Systems Planning and Analysis —Washington, DC
- $110,000 - $140,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- System design
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Spacecraft Solar Array Engineer
SET Development —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Relocation assistance
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Director, Test Engineering - ACP Programs (R5044)
SHIELD AI —Washington, DC
- $210,000 - $310,000 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
12d
Project Engineer
Leonardo DRS —Germantown, MD
- $116,786 - $154,911 a year
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- Mentoring
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Chief Engineer, Hypersonics Integration & Technology
Ursa Major —Washington, DC
- $175,000 - $230,000 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Business development
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Principal Propulsion Engineer, UAS Systems
Atropos —Arlington, VA
- $165,000 - $245,000 a year
- Full-time
- System design
- Military encouraged
- In-person
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
Engineer VII
General Atomics —Herndon, VA
- $128,130 - $229,358 a year
- Extended hours
- Engineering
- 11+ years
- Research
- Relocation assistance
Test Engineer
AK Aerospace Technology Corporation —Greenbelt, MD
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
11d
Astrodynamics and Navigation Engineer III
Quantum Space —Rockville, MD
- $125,000 - $175,000 a year
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Electrical Engineering Manager, Unmanned Systems (UAV/USV)

Ideal Aerosmith -
Rockville, MD

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Job Details

Full-time
$140,000 - $195,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) engineering projects
CAD software
Controller area network (CAN) bus
Electrical power distribution management
Embedded systems
Communications systems expertise (engineering specialty)
Aerospace design
Research and development in electrical engineering
Universal asynchronous receiver-transmitter (UART) protocol
System design for system development
Team development
Driver's License
Managing engineering teams
Troubleshooting electrical systems
Mentoring
Design engineering
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Typing
Technical troubleshooting support
Research and development laboratory environment
Research & development
Prototypes
Sensors
Project stakeholder communication
Mechanical knowledge
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Ideal Aerosmith is a leading supplier of precision inertial guidance test systems, flight motion simulators, innovative defense solutions in support of the warfighter, and a premier provider of aerospace test engineering services, ATE system engineering, and quality contract manufacturing services to the aerospace industry. We're experts and we earn that title everyday with our customers through innovative engineering, manufacturing, and sustainment of world-class motion and electric test solutions and services.

Here, we don’t just solve complex problems - we redefine what’s possible. Every role at Ideal Aerosmith supports a lean culture through continuous improvement - ongoing, incremental enhancements to products, processes, or services aimed at reducing waste and boosting efficiency, customer service, and performance. With a team of skilled problem solvers and a culture that thrives on tackling challenges head-on, we are dedicated to our clients' success. Enjoy competitive benefits, a supportive work environment, and every other Friday off to recharge.

The Electrical Engineer Manager will lead the design, integration, and performance of complex electrical systems for Ideal Aerosmith’s unmanned platforms, including Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs). This role serves as the electrical system integrator, responsible for ensuring all electrical subsystems—power, avionics, communications, and payloads—function as a cohesive, reliable system across development, test, and production environments. Combining deep technical leadership with team management responsibilities, this position oversees the full lifecycle of electrical system development from concept through flight testing and production. The Electrical Engineer Manager will ensure alignment between engineering execution, program goals, and company standards while driving rapid, high-quality decision-making, innovation, and technical excellence across UAV programs.

Job Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of UAV electrical architectures, including power distribution, avionics, communications, and sensor integration.
Manage and mentor a team of electrical engineers, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and professional development support.
Own end-to-end electrical system architecture, including power, data, RF, and control interfaces
Serve as the electrical system integrator across all subsystems and vendors
Define and manage electrical interfaces (ICDs) across avionics, payloads, propulsion, and ground systems
Lead system-level trade studies (power budgets, bandwidth, thermal impacts, EMI/EMC)
Oversee electrical subsystem development from requirements definition through design, integration, testing, and deployment.
Lead EMI/EMC design, analysis, and mitigation strategies
Support pre-compliance and formal testing efforts
Resolve EMI issues during integration and flight test
Review and approve schematics, wiring diagrams, interface definitions, and electrical specifications.
Drive component selection decisions with consideration for performance, reliability, scalability, and cost.
Collaborate with leaders to maintain on-time product development, address schedule issues, and resolve engineering problems quickly.
Partner cross-functionally with mechanical, software, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless system integration.
Lead electrical integration, system bring-up, and troubleshooting during prototype builds, ground testing, and flight testing.
Establish and enforce electrical engineering standards, design practices, and documentation processes.
Oversee development and execution of verification and validation plans, including environmental and performance testing.
Support production transition, including design for manufacturability, cost optimization, and resolution of production issues.
Contribute to program reviews, risk assessments, and technical decision-making at the system level.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across engineering processes, tools, and workflows.

Qualification Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
12+ years of electrical engineering experience in complex systems, with a strong focus on aerospace or UAV systems.
5+ years of experience in a technical leadership or management role.
Experience leading development of avionics, power systems, communications, and sensor integration.
Experience working in a fast-paced R&D or prototyping environment.
Ability to travel (domestic and internationally).
Must have valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport.
Due to federal contract requirements, candidates must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3).

Skill Requirements

Advanced knowledge of UAV electrical systems, including power distribution, grounding, and EMI/EMC considerations.
Strong experience with avionics systems, radios, antennas, and embedded electrical integration.
Experience interfacing with embedded systems and flight computers
Understanding of serial protocols (UART, CAN, SPI, Ethernet)
Proven ability to lead system-level design, integration, and troubleshooting efforts.
Proficiency with electrical CAD and analysis tools.
Strong understanding of system architecture and cross-disciplinary integration (mechanical, software, controls).
Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team development skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced development environment.
Ability to balance hands-on engineering contributions with team leadership responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to lift and/or carry 45 lbs.
Ability to work for extended periods at computer workstation/keyboard.
Ability to type accurately and efficiently.
The position will require walking, standing, squatting, crouching, stooping, lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, sitting, repetitive motion and kneeling.

Salary Range: $140,000-$195,000 annually.

This salary range represents a good faith estimate of the base compensation for this position. Actual base compensation will be determined based on multiple factors, including location, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, experience, education, skills, and prevailing market conditions. In exceptional cases, compensation above this range may be considered based on experience, skills, or business needs.

This position is eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus based on individual and company performance. Overtime eligibility, if applicable, will be determined in accordance with federal and state law.

Ideal Aerosmith additionally offers a comprehensive benefits program, which includes health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits; 401K with company match; company-paid holidays; every other Friday off; and paid time off for vacation and personal time.

Ideal Aerosmith is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our goal is to create a work environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where all employees feel respected and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and strive to provide equal employment opportunities to everyone.

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avionics engineer jobs in washington dc

Electrical Engineering Manager, Unmanned Systems (UAV/USV)

Senior Systems Engineer – Radar & Avionics Integration

Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Electrical Engineer I

Test Engineer II

Satellite Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Aircraft Systems Safety Engineer

Engineer, Satellite Platform Engineering

Avionics Systems Architect, UAS Programs

RF Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer (Washington Navy Yard)

Spacecraft Solar Array Engineer

Director, Test Engineering - ACP Programs (R5044)

Project Engineer

Chief Engineer, Hypersonics Integration & Technology

Principal Propulsion Engineer, UAS Systems

Engineer VII

Test Engineer

Astrodynamics and Navigation Engineer III

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