Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Join a dynamic team specializing in the design, manufacturing, and development of advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) for military and defense applications. As an Electrical Engineer, you will take full ownership of a new electrical system for UAV platforms, managing the entire process from developing schematics to testing and completing the electrical design lifecycle. This role requires the design of complex systems, proficiency in wire harnessing, and the ability to ensure compliance with industry standards. Candidates must be U.S. citizens due to ITAR-controlled facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Meet with the engineering team to review and discuss plans.

• Review and make necessary adjustments to schematics.

• Implement electrical system designs.

• Perform hands-on wiring and integration of aircraft electrical systems.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering, focusing on designing electrical systems and wire harnessing.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD design tools such as Autodesk AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor, Vault, EPLAN, or similar.

• Ability to interpret and execute specifications, wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings.

• Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Experience in working in aerospace industry highly preferred.

• US Citizenship.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Solidworks.

• UAV flying experience is a plus.

• Secret Clearance will be required once direct.

Work Environment

The role is based on-site, working closely with 2-3 Electrical Technicians. The standard hours are 8-5 with flexibility (e.g., 07:30-4:30). Overtime may be required if approaching a deadline, but this is not typical. Minimal travel may be necessary towards the end of the year, less than 5%.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Howell, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Howell,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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