Electrical Engineer Senior I

ULTRA ELECTRONICS OCEAN SYSTEMS INC. • Columbia City, IN • 2h ago

Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.

Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world's most complex environments.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries-driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare-safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements

Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

Ultra Maritime's Electrical Engineering team supports development and production of cutting-edge Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) technology such as state-of-the-art sonobuoy products and advanced ASW receiver systems, including sonobuoy receivers, RF front-end modules, and digital signal processing electronics for the U.S. Navy and other navies around the world. You'll support the requirements generation, design, testing, transition to production, documentation, and release of electrical circuit card assemblies within the Electrical Engineering team.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Design and development of digital, analog, and/or RF circuits for cutting-edge Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) technology

Conduct studies, risk assessments, and design reviews to ensure compliance with technical specifications, regulatory requirements, and project timelines.

Use CAD software and other design tools to create schematics and wiring diagrams.

Perform simulation, analysis, and testing to validate and optimize electrical designs for performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

Use word processing, presentation, and other software to create design documentation and lead design reviews.

Collaborate within a multidisciplinary engineering team to integrate electrical hardware systems with overall sonobuoy architecture.

Support transition to production activities for programs completing the development phase

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, supporting their professional growth and development.

Must be able and willing to travel (10% of the time) to various UM and government test sites and supplier locations.

Required Skills:

Minimum BS Electrical Engineering and minimum 4 additional years design experience with a focus on hardware development and implementation.

Strong knowledge of analog circuit design, digital circuit design, power electronics, RF, and/or signal processing.

Experience with CAD software (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence, OrCAD, Multisim, and/or LTspice) for schematic capture.

Experience with circuit board layout techniques and ability to provide layout requirements to ECAD support group.

Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Must be able to obtain a US Government security clearance. Security clearances are only granted to U.S. citizens.

Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS office

Desired Skills:

Experience with simulation and analysis tools (e.g., SPICE, PSpice, LTspice, Simulink, LabVIEW).

Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) components and RF design

Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment during all phases of development

Programming skills in MATLAB, Java, and C languages

Experience with industry communication protocols

Demonstrated team player with successful communication and negotiation skills to manage conflicting and/or multiple demands, including ability to present to various levels within an organization.

Strong writing skills.

Physical Requirements:

Candidate must be capable of occasional lifting of 40 pounds, waist high, with no assistance.

Normal finger dexterity, and normal color vision.

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What Ultra Maritime Offers You

At Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:

Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!

Work/life balance that includes up to 3 weeks PTO for first year

8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays

401k Plan with Company Match

Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)

Wellness Program and incentives

Company HSA contributions

Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire

Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually

Additional Employee Discounts and Perks

Company-Paid Benefits:

$75 monthly student loan repayment program

Basic Life Insurance

Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:

Medical and Prescription insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family

Accident Plan

Critical Illness Plan

Hospital Indemnity Plan

Pet Insurance

Identity Theft

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email careers@ultra-us-gbs.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.

We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.

Company: Ultra Maritime

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