UAS Electrical Engineer

COLSA is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to help shape the future of unmanned systems. If you have a strong background in embedded systems, camera integration, and UAS technology, this is your chance to take a role in developing, integrating, and testing next-generation drone platforms and the technologies that power them.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

• Designs and inspects aerospace and defense wiring harnesses and connectors
• Works with oscopes, digital multimeters, signal generators. and spectrum analyzers
• Performs non-routine engineering duties as a generalist or in a combination of disciplines.*
• Applies knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to solve basic problems
• Participates on multidisciplinary teams
• Assists in the identification, formulation, and solutions to engineering problems
• Uses techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools to achieve desired outcomes

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our "Family of Professionals!" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here .

Required Experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3-6 years related experience
• Proficiency in embedded systems design and integration
• Experience with aerospace/defense wiring harnesses, connectors, and system integration
• Strong knowledge of test equipment: oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and develop wiring harnesses and integration plans
• Willing and able to obtain a Secret clearance within 6 months of hire date; US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with RTOS or bare-metal firmware development
• Knowledge of GNSS, IMU, and sensor fusion techniques as applied in UAS navigation
• Background in video streaming, compression, or camera triggering for aerial imaging
• Familiarity with UAS regulatory compliance, EMI/EMC considerations, and environmental testing
• Experience with system-level integration of electronics into airframes (multirotor or fixed-wing)
• Demonstrated success in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or system-in-the-loop (SIL) testing environments
• Working knowledge of RF systems, antennas, or data links used in UAS communication
• Direct experience designing power systems
• Ability to understand the enclosure design process
• Direct experience with embedded processors, and working with software teams
• Direct knowledge of printed circuit board layout standards
• Direct knowledge of board design software like Altium, Orcad, or equivalent

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.