Electrical Engineer II

Job Title: Electrical Engineer II

Location: Sterling, VA

Company Overview:

Dedrone is the world's most trusted smart airspace security company. Hundreds of commercial, government, and defense customers around the world rely on Dedrone's comprehensive, command and control (C2) solutions to protect against the persistent and escalating threat from drones while enabling "good" drones to fly. By leveraging AI/ML, Dedrone is the only solution that provides continuous, autonomous interrogation and verification of drones that enables both multi-sensor and multi-mitigation options onto a single fused "pane-of-glass." Whether on-premise / air-gapped or in the cloud, Dedrone customers can easily detect, track, identify, analyze, and mitigate drone threats.

As an Electrical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing our electrical engineering team's capabilities in electrical design. You will contribute directly to our mission of deterring unauthorized drone incursions, ensuring our solutions remain innovative and effective. Your expertise will reinforce our dedication to excellence and keep our technologies at the forefront of the airspace security sector.

What You'll Do

• Design hardware products from concept to series production:

Develop solution ideas for mitigation products, take responsibility for implementation, and ensure the desired functionality.

• Develop and Optimize PCBs:

Take ownership of schematic design, layout, and validation of PCBs used in our security systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

• Introduce PCBs into Production:

Work with manufacturing partners to streamline the production process of PCBs, optimizing for cost and scalability while maintaining high quality standards.

• Design Control Cabinets and Control Units:

Employ your experience in control cabinet and control unit design for radar, cameras, and third-party components. Your expertise in creating integrated systems that incorporate advanced detection and mitigation technologies is crucial.

• Qualify Electronics and Complete Products:

Conduct thorough testing and quality assurance for all electronic components and final products, ensuring they meet Dedrone's standards for reliability and safety in field operations.

• Collaborate on Testing and Validation:

Plan and execute testing processes for PCB prototypes, ensuring compliance with specifications and facilitating smooth transition into production.

• Deep Knowledge of Power Supply Concepts and Design:

Extensive experience in designing and optimizing power supply systems, with a strong focus on efficiency, reliability, and safety. Ability to integrate safety-relevant considerations, such as overcurrent protection, voltage regulation, thermal management, and compliance with industry standards (e.g., UL, IEC), to ensure safe operation in various environments.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Proven Experience: Demonstrated expertise in product design and development, showcased by a portfolio of successful projects. Skill in applying design for manufacturability (DFM) principles and using advanced technologies is required.
• PCB Design Skills: Expertise in schematic design, layout, and simulation for PCBs, including experience with relevant CAD tools (e.g., Altium Designer or similar).
• Technical Skills: Experience in designing control cabinets and developing control units for integrated security systems, including radar and camera systems, and the ability to interface with third-party components.
• Quality Assurance: A strong background in the testing and qualification of electronics, ensuring products meet industry standards for quality and safety.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with ITAR and other relevant regulations, with a proven history of managing sensitive projects in compliance with these standards. (US citizen)
• Design for Manufacturing: Experience with PCB / PCBA production, wire harnesses, assembly, and test processes and knowledge of state-of-the-art DfM techniques.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and the capacity to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work