Electrical Engineer

About Us

Kägwerks designs and develops rugged, tactical operator-worn communications technologies that enable unmatched connectivity and integrated secure networking for the individual war fighter.

We strive to increase the survivability and lethality of the war fighter on the battlefield. We do so by providing unmatched integrated tactical communications solutions that help further our national security objectives.

Salary Range $90,000 - $125,000

About the Role

As an Electrical Engineer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the design, development, and validation of electronic systems for Kägwerks military communication products.  

This role is ideal for someone who is organized, hands-on, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.  Collaborating closely with R&D, testing, manufacturing, and customer service teams to achieve product goals.

This is a great opportunity to work with a passionate and highly skilled engineering group, where innovation and collaboration are key to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of ruggedized electronic systems, subsystems, and embedded hardware for military applications.
• Designing circuit boards, including schematic design and layout
• Select components, evaluate alternatives, and ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and environmental requirements
• Participate in prototype bring‑up, debugging, and verification testing.
• Assist in preparing and executing environmental, EMI/EMC, and qualification testing to relevant military standards
• Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, systems engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful system integration
• Support root‑cause investigations and corrective actions for electrical issues
• Occasional travel for testing, field evaluations, or supplier visits

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent
• Prior experience in electrical embedded system design including circuit board design
• Experience with EE design tools such as Altium, Cadence, SPICE, MATLAB, or similar
• Hands‑on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and power analyzers
• US citizenship or green card is required

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with EMI/EMC considerations, environmental testing, and ruggedized hardware design
• Familiarity with high speed digital design techniques
• Background in secure communications, sensor systems or ground vehicle electronics

Why This Role Matters

Military electronics must operate flawlessly in extreme conditions. Your work directly contributes to the performance, safety, and reliability of systems that support mission success and national defense.

This position requires an active DoD Secret security clearance or willingness to undergo a security clearance background investigation with the ability to obtain and maintain such clearance.

Benefits and Culture 

Our culture is supportive and collaborative. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team where we share our ideas and innovation is strongly encouraged. We are looking for someone with genuine passion and a can-do attitude. Our staff receive 15 days accrued paid time off per year, 10 Federal holidays, an opportunity to join our sponsored health plan, a generous 401k plan with immediate vesting and a matching employer contribution, an Employee Assistance Program, and more.

Additionally, we offer flexible core working hours and we take a personal approach to training and development.

Interested in a career with us?

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