Electrical Engineer

A large defense technology client is seeking a Generalist Electrical Engineer to sit onsite in Costa Mesa, CA. This role supports the design, test, and integration of complex electrical systems used in aerospace, UAV, and automotive applications. The Generalist Electrical Engineer will work across multiple phases of the hardware lifecycle-design support, board bring-up, testing, debugging, and system integration. This position is ideal for an engineer with broad electrical engineering experience who is comfortable moving between hardware, firmware interaction, testing, and cross-functional collaboration. Rather than specializing in a single niche, this role requires strong fundamentals, hands-on lab skills, and the ability to diagnose issues across system boundaries.We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.Required Skills & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering disciplineBroad, hands-on experience across electrical design, test, and integrationExperience working with PCBAs and board-level electronic hardwareUnderstanding of common electrical subsystems, including:Power supplies and regulation circuitsSensors and signal conditioningAnalog and digital interfacesAbility to support board bring-up, debug, and performance validationExperience interacting with firmware/software, including loading code onto hardware and supporting hardware-firmware debuggingFamiliarity with boards utilizing microcontrollers, microprocessors, or FPGAsHands-on experience using electrical lab equipment, including:OscilloscopesPower suppliesDigital multimetersSignal generatorsElectronic loadsAbility to read and understand schematics and PCB layoutsExperience supporting system-level troubleshooting and integration activitiesStrong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, systems, and test teamsNice to Have Skills & ExperienceExperience in aerospace, defense, UAV, automotive, robotics, or complex embedded systemsExposure to both electrical test engineering and system integration workExperience supporting thermal, environmental, or reliability testingFamiliarity with communication interfaces such as Ethernet or other digital protocolsAbility to adapt quickly in fast-paced development environmentsEngineers earlier in their career who are highly motivated, hands-on, and eager to grow across technical areas