Principal Electrical Engineer (Defense)

Location: Huntington Beach, California, United States; on-site

Salary: $215,000–$255,000 per year, plus equity

Company

hirify.global is a defense technology startup developing autonomous, scalable, and decentralized defense platforms for the United States and its allies.

What you will do

• Design embedded electronics and circuit boards using MCUs, high- and low-speed communication buses, digital and analog interfaces, power distribution, EMI, and ESD circuits.
• Design schematics, PCB layouts, and stackups for flight avionics, guidance, communication, and power-distribution systems.
• Build and test rapid prototypes with laboratory tools and test equipment to verify performance and design integrity.
• Develop design documentation, CAD drawings, and product specifications for board and system designs.
• Collaborate with mechanical, systems, test, quality, and other engineering teams on component and vehicle-harness integration.
• Mentor earlier-career engineers through hands-on coaching and technical guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• At least 10 years of electrical engineering experience, preferably in defense or aerospace.
• Proficiency with electrical design tools such as Altium Designer or Cadence.
• Experience designing with high-performance MCUs, high-speed digital and analog circuits, power systems, and interface ICs.
• Hands-on experience with hardware prototyping and testing, including schematic, layout, and stackup design.
• Security clearance or the ability to obtain one; authorization to work in the United States and to access applicable U.S.-controlled technology may be required.

Nice to have

• Defense-industry experience involving weapons systems or unmanned aerial vehicles.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD and other defense-industry standards.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced, high-stakes environment focused on defense innovation and national security.
• Performance-based incentives and equity participation.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan and paid time off.
• Funding for continuing education, training, and professional development.