What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research & Development Electronics Engineer - 1456 position at SARA Inc?
Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of Commercial & Government organizations. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems, and we prioritize partnering with our customers to address real-world problems with cost-effective solutions.
The Artificial Perception & Threat Awareness (APTA) division at SARA is making the future of Aerospace and Autonomy happen now, with a charter to create new and emerging sensor perception technologies for Commercial & Military markets. Our innovative technologies include RF, optical and acoustic sensors enabled with innovative embedded algorithms, machine learning and robust networking.
The APTA division is looking for an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative Research and Development Electrical Engineer to support research & development (R&D) as well as product prototyping and low-rate production efforts in Cypress, CA. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn with other talented engineers, software developers, physicists, and technicians on varied programs supporting government agencies, their contractors, and commercial entities. The selectee will have the freedom to exercise their initiative, adaptability, drive, and of course, engineering/physics skills in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.
The applicant will be a part of small R&D and/or product development teams – helping to bring ideas and theories to practice and then to physical reality. This is a hands-on job that will have you in the lab or workshop as much as you are on the computer. As part of R&D efforts, you will perform experiments, analyses, and design/build proof of concept hardware to demonstrate feasibility in practice. On product development teams, you will design, fabricate, assemble, integrate, and test prototype or low-rate production systems to meet customer or business needs. In either capacity, the R&D Engineer/Physicist will support and embrace the roles and responsibilities defined by program leadership.
Core Responsibilities:
- Designing electronics Analog and Digital hardware
- Developing Firmware / software
- Electronics test and evaluation
- Design Documentation
- Performing proof-of-concept analysis and/or simulations
- Supporting and leading field tests
- Analyzing and reporting test data
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- 0-6 years of relevant experience
- Experience with schematic capture tools
- Analog and digital circuit design
- Experience with SPICE Simulation
- Familiarity with HDL languages and simulation
- Hands-on test and debugging experience with knowledge of standard test equipment (e.g. oscilloscope, logic analyzer, signal generator)
- Proficient writing skills as the job will require developing documentation
- US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
- Light physical effort, involving standing, sitting and use of hands while performing duties, carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds
Preferred Qualifications:
- GPA 3.5 or higher
- C/ , MATLAB or LabVIEW experience
SARA offers a competitive benefits package to include:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs
- A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday)
- Tuition & certification reimbursement
- Flexible work schedules
- Discretionary Employee bonuses
- 401(k) match/profit sharing
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Pay Range:
Salary at SARA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $60,000 to $90,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SARA’s total compensation package for employees.
SARA is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Salary : $60,000 - $90,000
