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Senior Electrical Engineer

CompanyToyon
LocationGoleta
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 20, 2026
About The Company
Toyon is employee-owned with approximately 250 employees. Our team-based approach to tackling challenging and complex problems promotes free exchange of innovative ideas and opportunities for rapid advancement. Toyon’s employee turnover rate is very low, which is indicative of the unique company culture and exceptional benefits that we offer, including: Comprehensive Health Care Company-funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans An Employee Stock Ownership Program Our corporate headquarters is located in Goleta, CA (near the Santa Barbara Airport and the University of California at Santa Barbara) and hosts the majority of our technical and administrative staff as well as our RF fabrication and laboratory facilities. Additionally, we have corporate offices in Sterling, VA (near the Dulles International Airport), Fort Collins, CO (near Colorado State University), and Huntsville, AL (near the U.S. Space & Rocket Center). All are growing steadily and provide key, local resources for our federal clients in each of our core business areas. We are always seeking dedicated employees of high integrity to join our team in California, Virginia, Colorado, and Alabama. Join us as we build important technologies and rewarding careers. A B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field is required for technical positions. All candidates must be U.S. Citizens.
About the Role

Description

U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible.


This is an on-site position located in Goleta, CA.


Toyon Research Corporation is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Aerospace Systems Group. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in electrical engineering principles with the ability to take ideas from concept through design, build, test, and delivery. This role is focused on prototype mixed-signal embedded hardware and offers the opportunity to contribute across all phases of product development in a highly collaborative environment.


Responsibilities

  • Perform system analysis, develop architectures, and create detailed electrical designs of advanced avionics and aerospace systems
  • Design and build mixed-signal and embedded system circuits and custom PCBAs
  • Drive hardware development from initial concept through fabrication, integration, and delivery
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex or unusual engineering challenges under tight timelines
  • Collaborate across disciplines on multi-project teams
  • Prepare and present technical material for design reviews
  • Work effectively under evolving requirements in a fast-paced prototyping environments

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering design and development
  • Experience designing, assembling, and troubleshooting circuits and PCBAs
  • Proficiency with EE CAD and simulation tools (Altium, OrCAD, KiCad, SPICE, etc.)
  • Familiarity with scripting or analysis tools (Python + SciPy, MATLAB, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of general EE principles including

        o Analog and digital circuit design

        o Power distribution and regulation

        o Signal integrity, grounding, and EMI/EMC mitigation

        o Component selection, derating, and tolerance analysis

        o Electrical safety standards (UL, CE, IPC, MIL-STD)

        o ESD handling and design practicesKnowledge of design documentation and version control best practices (schematics, BOMs, revision control)

  • Ability to interpret and apply industry standards and specifications (IPC-2221/610, MIL-STD-461, DO-160, etc.)
  • Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with RF circuit design and RF telemetry systems
  • Familiarity with communication protocols such as RS-232, ARINC, low-voltage TTL, Ethernet, and MIL-STD-1553 (or 1773)
  • Experience with power electronics design (DC-DC converters, battery systems, motor drives)
  • Experience with FPGA development and integration
  • Experience supporting environmental testing (thermal, vibration, EMI) and hardware qualification

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

  • Competitive Industry Pay
  • 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
  • HSA with Employer Contributions
  • Dental and Vision Coverage Options
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation and Sick leave
  • Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Life and Disability Insurance  
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Senior Electrical Engineer position is $140,000 to $230,000.


The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment. 


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Key Skills
System AnalysisElectrical DesignMixed-Signal CircuitsEmbedded System CircuitsPCBAsHardware DevelopmentTroubleshootingDesign ReviewsAltiumOrCADSPICEPythonMATLABSignal IntegrityEMI/EMC MitigationComponent Selection
Categories
EngineeringScience & ResearchGovernment & Public SectorSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Health InsuranceHSA with Employer ContributionsDental and Vision Coverage OptionsPaid HolidaysPaid Vacation and Sick leaveCompany Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing PlansEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Life and Disability InsurancePaid Parental LeaveDiscretionary Bonus Eligibility
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The role involves performing system analysis, developing architectures, and creating detailed electrical designs for advanced avionics and aerospace systems. Responsibilities also include driving hardware development from concept through delivery and resolving complex engineering challenges.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$140,000 - $230,000
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
196
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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