Electronics Engineer Irvine , CA 92604

Posted:

08/31/2026

Industry:

Aerospace, Defense Job Number:

K3JBWVV4clQwdW1weGlHc2hyZDRKdz09

Pay Rate:

100000-149000

USD Job Code:

JPC - 17431

Job Description

JOB TITLE

Electronics Engineer

LOCATION

Irvine, CA

PAY RATE

$100,000-149,000/year We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

Job Type:

Contract (Full Time)

Clearance:

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Industry:

Aerospace / Defense /

Aviation Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks:

Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Openings Nationwide:

Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance? Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role? Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Participates in the full PCB design cycle including schematic design, component selection, supervision or completion of layout, bring-up, functional verification, and performance testing. Designs, develops, integrates, and debugs avionics systems and subsystems for aircraft and launcher electrical systems. Defines wire harnesses connecting systems within the air vehicle. Supports design updates driven by product improvements, obsolescence, and evolving requirements. Conducts peer-level and cross-disciplinary design reviews. Performs circuit board design, bring-up, and validation from concept to functional prototype. Applies knowledge of analog, mixed-signal, and digital circuits and components for system integration. Uses common test equipment and CAD tools such as Altium for design and validation. Works with microcontrollers, common serial interfaces, and firmware or software integration. Applies familiarity with MIL-spec hardware and harnessing for aerospace systems.

Requirements:

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR). Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 3 to 5+ years of relevant industry experience in electronics design and development. Demonstrated capability in circuit board design, bring-up, and validation. Proven experience designing electronics from concept to functional prototype, including hardware selection, documentation, and troubleshooting. Knowledge of analog, mixed-signal, and digital circuits and components. Competence with common test equipment and CAD tools such as Altium.

Preferred:

Experience designing electronics for robotic and aircraft systems.

Preferred:

Hands-on experience with microcontrollers, serial interfaces, and firmware or software integration.

Preferred:

Familiarity with MIL-spec hardware and harnessing, and experience in UAV systems.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles. As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords:

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Meet Your Recruiter Debbie Aubert Bio:

Debbie Aubert is a Senior Technical Recruiter with over 15 years of progressive experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry. She specializes in placing top-tier Stress, Structural, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineers across the commercial aviation and defense sectors. She has built extensive networks throughout the aerospace industry, enabling her to identify and secure both cleared and non-cleared talent for complex engineering roles. Debbie is driven by a passion for aerospace and a commitment to helping engineering professionals find opportunities that contribute to meaningful, global advancements. 310-308-4824 debbieaubert@thestructurescompany.com Connect on

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