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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Digital Design Electrical Engineer I - **Company:** Axon Enterprise, Inc. - **Location:** Sterling, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Board Bringup, Altium Designer, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Satcom, Schematic Capture, Signal Integrity, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, Test Scripts, System-level Testing, Webforms, Wireless Technologies, Pcb Layout - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/7a5f1677-76ec-4068-aa95-d2b8fdbab1af ## About the Role This role emphasizes electrical system architecture, schematic/circuit design, PCB design, RF and power systems design, and system-level test and verification. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, mixed-signal design, embedded firmware, and designing for rugged/regulated environments., * Bachelor's, Master's, pr PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field. * Proven experience in electrical design and system integration for complex hardware products-ideally in cUAS, Satcom, defense, robotics, or wireless systems. * Proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium) and experience with DFM/DFX practices. * Expertise in power electronics design: battery management systems, DC/DC. AC/DC converters, power sequencing, and thermal management for electronics. * Solid understanding of signal integrity, power integrity, EMI/EMC mitigation techniques, and relevant test/qualification methods. * Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities; comfort debugging at the board and system level. * Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present technical tradeoffs to stakeholders. ## Description * Lead electrical system and subsystem development from concept through production, ensuring designs meet safety, EMC, and reliability standards. * Define electrical specifications for sensors, radios, power distribution, and control electronics for cUAS platforms. * Design and review detailed schematics for mixed-signal and high speed FPGA-based boards, perform or assist in PCB layout. * Develop and implement custom DC/DC power circuit designs with high power integrity, ensuring robust operation across varying power levels (10-1000W) and conditions (e.g., MIL-STD-1275, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461) * Design custom high power AC/DC power supplies (500-3000 Watts) with power factor correction, supporting wide input voltage ranges and tightly regulated DC outputs for demanding cUAS applications. * Perform hardware bring-up, debugging, and system integration, leveraging lab instrumentation to characterize and validate performance of custom and COTS electronics. * Conduct electrical analysis with a strong emphasis on simulation driven design, including signal integrity, power integrity, EMI/EMC mitigation, and thermal considerations to ensure robust first pass hardware performance. * Produce high fidelity prototypes and iterate quickly to qualify designs; develop test plans and lead verification and validation activities. * Collaborate regularly with domestic and international stakeholders across engineering, product, and program teams. * Rigorously document and manage electrical design specifications, BOMs, firmware releases, test reports, and compliance evidence., This role is based out of either our Sterling, VA office, and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in-person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in-office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success., We collect personal information from applicants to evaluate candidates for employment. You may request access, deletion, or exercise other CCPA rights at or via our Axon Privacy Web Form. For more information, please see the Your California Privacy Rights section of our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice. Axon's mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon's impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. 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