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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Electronics Technical Lead - **Company:** The Aerospace Corporation - **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $155,900.0 - $233,900.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Firmware, Operational Systems - **Published:** July 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://aero.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/El-Segundo-CA/Senior-Electronics-Technical-Lead_R015969 ## About the Role * Bachelor's OR Advanced degree in a relevant engineering, mathematics, science, or related technical discipline * Twelve (12) or more years of professional engineering experience with increasing responsibilities and applicable experience in engineering, technical, or strategic planning roles * Recognized successful leadership of managing electronics hardware development through all phases of program maturity * Demonstrated ability to lead teams and coordinate the technical activities of multiple contributors across multiple disciplines * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Willing to travel domestically (up to 1 week per month) * This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: * Advanced degree (MS, PhD) in a relevant field * Deep knowledge of US government space acquisition policies and procedures * Demonstrated experience developing and acquiring advanced technology demonstrations and operational systems * Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring technical teams throughout all stages of a program life cycle * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to change, and demonstrate strategic initiative ## Description * Acting as the principal technical representative on electronics related hardware such as integrated circuits, digital processers, and associated firmware across a portfolio of multiple projects that span a variety of maturity levels and lifecycle stages * Defining and advising on initiatives for a variety of electronics acquisition, design, development, and test activities including design reviews, test events, and performance analyses * Collaborating with cross-segment teams to test and integrate electronics subsystems into wider system applications and mission operations * Guiding the development and maturation of both space and ground based electronics-related technologies and capabilities needed for next generation resilient space vehicles * Identifying and pursuing new opportunities for Aerospace prototyping and technology risk reduction activities * Building and leading Aerospace teams of program office staff and subject matter experts to assess and guide new developments or solve emerging problems in critical electronics technology areas * Mentoring Aerospace team members to build leadership capabilities, strategic understanding, and space systems engineering expertise * Serving as the senior program office representative in the El Segundo region, coordinating operations, facilities, and overall engagement with the West Coast team ## Related Videos - [Hiring Technical Leaders: Promote from Within or Go External?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100167-hiring-technical-leaders-promote-from-within-or-go-external) - [Enterprise Linux as Container Images](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1610-enterprise-linux-as-container-images) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [You’re a great coder? 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