Electronic Engineer

Electronic Engineer Onsite in Aberdeen, NCOur client is building advanced autonomous platforms for demanding real-world applications, and they are adding an Electronic Engineer who wants direct influence over product performance, field reliability, and future platform capability. This is an opportunity to join a growing engineering group where strong contributors help shape architecture, solve tough integration challenges, and move ideas from early concept through prototype and into deployable hardware. For the right person, this role offers meaningful technical ownership, close collaboration with a hands-on team, and the chance to work on systems that matter.This Role OffersCompetitive base compensation with flexibility for exceptional talentStrong equity opportunity as part of total rewardsCompany-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with company matchGenerous paid time off plus holidaysA high-ownership engineering environment with direct visibility into product decisionsOpportunity to help build and scale a growing U.S. engineering teamFocusDesign, prototype, and refine electronic assemblies for rugged autonomous platforms operating in demanding field conditionsOwn schematic capture, board layout coordination, bring-up, and validation for compact power and control hardwareEvaluate radios, sensors, and supporting components with close attention to reliability, integration risk, and performance tradeoffsPartner with mechanical, firmware, flight, and manufacturing teammates to solve cross-functional issues quicklyPlan and execute bench testing for signal integrity, EMI awareness, power behavior, and subsystem verificationSupport the transition from concept hardware to repeatable builds suitable for early productionSkill Set5 plus years of experience in electronics design for aerospace, robotics, defense, automotive, or other high-reliability systemsHands-on skill with PCB design workflows, lab instrumentation, and practical hardware debuggingExperience working within size, weight, and power constraintsWorking knowledge of embedded hardware, digital interfaces, and sensor integrationComfort operating in a fast-moving build-test-learn environment with limited oversightStrong communication skills and an ownership mindsetBackground in RF hardware, datalinks, or flight-adjacent systems is helpfulEligibility to pass background screening and support defense-aligned programsEducationBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field preferredEquivalent hands-on experience designing and building complex hardware systems will also be consideredPreferred ProfileThis team is especially interested in engineers who can contribute quickly, think across disciplines, and take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks. Experience in unmanned systems is valuable, but outstanding problem-solving ability and proven hardware execution are more important than matching every industry keyword.About Blue Signal:Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS