Lead Electrical Engineer

Overview As an Electrical Engineer in Textron Systems’ Sea Systems, you contribute to autonomous surface vehicle programs, focusing on electrical and communications systems, integration, and testing. You work within cross-functional teams to advance unmanned platforms and disruptive autonomy technologies that enhance mission capability. The role supports concept development, detailed design, and field testing, with opportunities to lead design efforts. This position offers impact across research, development, and production support in a defense-focused environment. Compensation / BenefitsFlexible Work SchedulesEducation AssistanceCareer Development & Training OpportunitiesWellness Program (Fitness Reimbursement)Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company FundingPaid Parental Leave ResponsibilitiesDesign and integrate electrical and communications systems for unmanned vehiclesAnalyze, integrate, and test subsystemsContribute to concept development within cross-functional teams, including prototyping and production supportPrepare engineering documentation (drawings, specs, presentations) for customersSupport proposals with input to cost estimates and risk assessmentsMay lead a design teamProduce technical white papers and brief management/customers on progressPrepare and manage design change documentation (ECNs/ECPs) Key requirementsBachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in electrical engineering, electro-mechanical engineering, or related field with 9+ years of experienceStrong written and verbal communication; able to prepare design documentationEffective presentation skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio)Design and integration experience in military/commercial systems; EMI/EMC; power and safetyProven innovation and problem-solving in cross-functional teamsFamiliarity with Systems Engineering and Hardware-in-the-Loop simulation & testExperience in cable design, hardware safety & risk analysis, RF link budgets, environmental/EM qualification to military standardsHands-on troubleshooting electrical cabling and digital communication; Ethernet/networking experience a plusEligibility to obtain a security clearanceStrong communication and presentation abilitiesProblem solving in cross-functional teamsTeam leadership and collaborationElectrical design and integration of vehicle systemsEMI/EMC and military standards qualificationRF and GPS communication systems integration