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Electrical Engineer II (Avionics)
Specteraerospace · Peabody, Massachusetts, 01960, United States · Active · BambooHR
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Specteraerospace |
| Title | Electrical Engineer II (Avionics) |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Electrical Engineering |
| Location | Peabody, United States |
| Work model | - |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Salary | - |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | BambooHR |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-03-17 / 2026-05-30 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-05-30 / 2026-06-06 |
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Description
Electrical Engineer II - Avionics
J ob Summary:
Specter Aerospace is seeking an Electrical Engineer to be a primary contributor to the development of current and future avionics systems. This position will be responsible for developing custom mixed analog/digital systems to enable measurement and feedback-based control required for a hypersonic flight vehicle. You will be a part of a rapidly growing team and will have the opportunity to experience many areas across the electrical engineering discipline.
About Specter Aero:
Specter Aerospace is building the next generation of hypersonic vehicles for defense and commercial applications. Specter is headquartered in Peabody, MA, just north of Boston, where it leverages its advanced propulsion technologies, manufacturing, and testing capabilities to rapidly develop supersonic and hypersonic systems. Funded by a mix of government R&D organizations, commercial customers, and private funding, Specter is a growing aerospace and defense startup. Close relationships with MIT, Notre Dame, AFRL, NRL, ANL, and other research organizations provide access to cutting-edge developments, facilities, and personnel. Specter is expanding its team in preparation for flight testing and full-scale production.
Role & Responsibilities:
Develop custom electrical and embedded systems required for hypersonic flight vehicles
Take initiative in research, design, fabrication, and test of flight-intent hardware
Interface with electrical, GNC, and mechanical teams to develop and refine requirements, define technical scope, and ensure complete system functionality and scalability
Design & build ground support systems to support avionics development such as hardware/software-in-the-loop test benches
Be the Responsible Engineer of vehicle control and feedback systems, maintaining documentation and knowledge of system performance and constraints
Take part in technical meetings, engage in technical discussions, and contribute perspectives
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field
1-3 years of experience in electronics/electrical engineering or master’s degree
Experience with ECAD tools such as Altium, KiCAD, OrCAD, etc
Previous design work with microcontrollers and/or FPGAs
Experience completing bring-up and test of custom PCBs and other electrical systems
Proficient with lab equipment such as function generators, oscilloscopes, and signal analyzers
Familiarity with relevant programming languages such as Python, Rust, C, or C++
Experience with electrical circuit simulation packages such as SPICE, PLECS, or Simulink
Ability to interpret detailed circuit schematics and generate supporting documentation
Comfort with project autonomy and fast-paced work environments
Strong collaborative skills and a drive to produce quality work
Available for up to 10% travel for test activities
Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
Desired Skills:
Previous professional OR student team (FSAE, SEDS, AIAA, etc) project experience directly relevant to the requirements for this position
Experience with wireless communication & telemetry system design and/or integration
Fluency with ECAD/PCB design tools (Altium Designer preferred) and circuit simulation
Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
Familiarity with aerospace and military avionics standards (IPC, MIL-SPEC, etc)
Comfortable hand assembling and reworking PCBs with small and/or complex components
*All new employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
More About Specter Aero:
https://specteraerospace.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/specteraerospace
https://aviationweek.com/defense-space/missile-defense-weapons/specter-aerospace-reveals-plasma-ignited-hypersonic-missile
https://www.kairosventures.com/specter-aerospace/
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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| First Seen At | 2026-05-30 05:45:16Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 09:50:17Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 09:50:17Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-05-30 05:45:16Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2026-03-17 00:00:00Z |
| Source Updated At | — |
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