The Opportunity:
We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, and integration of advanced Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), with a strong emphasis on wiring harness architecture, power distribution, and RF subsystem integration. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys both detailed electrical design work and hands-on integration in a fast-paced prototyping environment. The position plays a critical role in ensuring that UAS platforms are electrically robust, well-documented, and ready for mission execution.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop aircraft-level wiring harness architectures including signal routing, shielding, grounding, and connector selection
- Generate detailed wiring diagrams, harness drawings, pinouts, and electrical schematics
- Develop and maintain technical documentation and configuration-controlled drawing packages
- Design and analyze UAS power systems including battery integration, regulation, distribution, and protection
- Integrate RF systems including command-and-control links, telemetry, video transmission systems, and antenna interfaces
- Perform system-level electrical integration within airframes and payload configurations
- Support fabrication teams by providing clear build documentation and resolving technical discrepancies
- Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis during lab integration and flight test events
- Support ground and flight test events as required
- Design of multilayer and controlled impedance PCBs
- Experience with radio communication systems, antenna specification, and electromagnetic interference mitigation, programming for small embedded processors
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Experience designing wiring harnesses and generating associated documentation
- Experience with power electronics and low-voltage distribution systems
- Experience integrating RF or communication systems
- Strong schematic development skills
- Ability to work in a hands-on prototyping and integration environment
- Knowledge or experience with analog or digital RF circuits.
- Able to design, fabricate, and perform PCB assembly of surface mount and through-hole components, modify, and assemble mechanical enclosures
- Experience integrating RF or communication systems
Desired:
- Experience supporting UAS, aerospace, or airborne platforms
- Familiarity with EMI/EMC best practices for airborne systems
- Experience with configuration management and revision control processes
- Experience working closely with technicians or fabrication teams
- Experience supporting flight testing or operational events
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$69,600 - 142,700 USDTop Skills
What We Do
CACI’s approximately 23,000 talented employees are vigilant in providing the unique expertise and distinctive technology that address our customers’ greatest enterprise and mission challenges. Our culture of good character, innovation, and excellence drives our success and earns us recognition as a Fortune World's Most Admired Company. As a member of the Fortune 1000 Largest Companies, the Russell 1000 Index, and the S&P MidCap 400 Index, we consistently deliver strong shareholder value. Visit us at www.caci.com.
