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This role is critical to the performance, reliability, and scalability of the UAV platform and requires close collaboration with a small, high-performance engineering team.\n\nThe ideal candidate is hands‑on, self‑driven, and comfortable taking full ownership of complex electrical systems from concept through flight.\n\nSalary Range: $130,000 to $150,000\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDesign, develop, and validate the complete electrical network of the UAV\n\nDesign and review custom circuit boards (PCB design) for avionics, power distribution, payloads, and communication systems\n\nOwn all radio communication systems, including command & control, telemetry, and payload data links\n\nIntegrate and manage battery management systems (BMS) and power electronics\n\nSupport integration of onboard payloads and sensors\n\nCollaborate closely with avionics, software, mechanical, and systems engineering teams\n\nSupport system integration, ground testing, and flight testing activities\n\nPerform troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and iterative design improvements\n\nDevelop and maintain electrical documentation, schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface definitions\n\nWhat we Offer\n\nFull system ownership and technical leadership responsibility\n\nOpportunity to work on cutting‑edge UAV platforms\n\nCollaborative, high-performance engineering culture\n\nDirect impact on vehicle capability and mission success\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nB.S. in Electrical Engineering\n\n5+ years of experience in electrical engineering for UAVs, aerospace, robotics, or complex embedded systems\n\nStrong experience with circuit board design, schematic capture, and layout\n\nSolid understanding of UAV communication systems and RF integration\n\nExperience with power distribution, power electronics, and battery systems\n\nAbility to work effectively in a small, fast‑paced, high-performance team environment\n\nSelf‑motivated, proactive, and capable of owning systems end-to-end\n\nPreferred Qualified\n\nMaster’s degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field\n\nFamiliarity with solar power systems, energy harvesting, or long‑endurance platforms\n\nExperience with avionics integration and EMI/EMC considerations\n\nBackground in UAV, aerospace, or high‑reliability systems\n\nExperience supporting flight test and operational deployments\n\n9/80 Schedule\n\nMedical Insurance\n\nVision Insurance - 100% covered for Employees\n\nDental Insurance - 100% covered for Employees\n\nLife Insurance - 100% covered by Swift, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents\n\n401k with company match\n\nExtremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans\n\n16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition\n\nFamily Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting\n\nAbout Swift Engineering\nIf you’re passionate about engineering, innovation and making a difference, we invite you to join the Swift Engineering family. 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