Principal Electrical Engineer (Mixed-Signal and Analog)
Job Title: Principal Electrical Engineer (Mixed-Signal & Analog)Location: Cypress, CAEmployment: Contract (6-12 Months) | Contract-to-Hire | Direct Hire AvailableIndustry: Defense & Space ManufacturingCompensation: $75.00 - $85.00/hrSchedule: 9/80 | 1st Shift | Onsite
About the Opportunity:Join a leading Defense & Space Manufacturing organization developing high-reliability electronic systems. In this role, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, and integration of mixed-signal and analog circuitry supporting advanced aerospace and defense technologies.
Why You'll Love Working Here:• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge defense and space programs• Work alongside highly skilled engineering professionals• Flexible hiring options including long-term contract, contract-to-hire, or direct hire• 9/80 work schedule promoting work-life balance• Direct impact on mission-critical technologies and products
What You'll Do:• Define, architect, design, implement, and integrate mixed-signal and analog circuits for high-reliability electronics• Develop low-noise analog circuits and quiet power supplies for imaging sensors• Perform schematic capture and oversee PCB layout activities (Cadence Allegro preferred)• Conduct circuit-level and board-level simulations to verify functionality and performance• Debug and integrate hardware using oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, and other laboratory equipment• Create technical documentation including board specifications, user guides, test reports, and design review presentations• Provide regular project status updates and technical reporting• Complete assigned tasks on schedule while meeting technical requirements• Evaluate and specify supplier components, subsystems, and engineering services• Support organizational mission, values, and culture• Participate in engineering, customer, and business meetings• Perform additional duties as assigned
Why This Opportunity is Exciting:This position offers the opportunity to lead the development of advanced mixed-signal and analog electronic systems while working on innovative technologies that support critical aerospace and defense applications.About Acara Solutions:Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider—we help companies compete for talent.With a legacy of experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce solutions that drive business success.
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