Electrical Engineer

3dB Labs is seeking a motivated and technically skilled Electrical Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in electrical and RF hardware design, a solid understanding of government program development processes, and the drive to take ownership of complex engineering challenges. This is a mid-level role suited for an engineer who has moved beyond the basics and is ready to contribute meaningfully across the full hardware development lifecycle.Our work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, with a focus on delivering technically compelling, operationally relevant solutions deployed around the globe. You'll collaborate closely with RF systems engineers, DSP software engineers, and program managers to bring cutting-edge systems from concept to fielded hardware.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and test analog and digital electronic circuits and subsystems, with an emphasis on RF-adjacent hardware including power distribution, signal conditioning, and hardware interfacesSupport and contribute to formal program milestones including System RequirementsReviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), and Test Readiness Reviews (TRR)Develop and maintain hardware documentation including schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), interface control documents (ICDs), and design description documents in support of program deliverablesCollaborate with RF Systems Engineers on component selection, board-level integration, and lab bring-up of RF hardware and subsystemsPlan and execute electrical testing and verification activities, including functional testing, environmental testing coordination, and performance characterizationSupport prototype development and transition of designs from breadboard/proof-of-concept through engineering development model (EDM) and into productionWork with cross-functional teams to ensure electrical designs meet system-level requirements, interface compatibility, and applicable standardsIdentify and resolve hardware anomalies through root cause analysis and corrective action, both in the lab and in field environmentsAssist in responding to customer technical inquiries and support proposal efforts with hardware design inputs and estimatesQualificationsRequired Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field3–6 years of professional electrical engineering experience in a defense, government, or adjacent industry contextDemonstrated experience supporting formal design reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.) on government contractsProficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, KiCad, or equivalent)Familiarity with RF systems concepts including signal chain design, link budgets, and RF component characteristics (amplifiers, filters, mixers, antennas)Experience with lab test and measurement equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, and multimetersUnderstanding of hardware development lifecycle from requirements through verification and validationActive Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one; TS/SCI preferredDesired Familiarity with software defined radio (SDR) platforms and RF front-end hardwareExperience writing or contributing to government-format deliverable documentation(CDRLs, SOWs, etc.)Knowledge of MIL-STD standards relevant to environmental, EMC, or power quality (e.g., MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-810)Exposure to embedded systems hardware and hardware/software integrationExperience working in Agile or hybrid development environmentsStrong analytical and communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical trade-offs to both engineers and program stakeholdersUS citizenship and ability to be cleared is required for all of our positions.3dB Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statusPowered by JazzHR