Electrical Engineer

We are seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer (Mid-level) with 2-5 years of experience to support the design, development, testing, and sustainment of tactical communication systems. This role involves working across the full product lifecycle, contributing to system design, integration, and field support in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of tactical communication systems, including RF and networked solutions.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, including test case definition, environment setup, execution, analysis, and reporting.
• Create and maintain technical documentation such as electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system-level designs.
• Develop specifications and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for electronic components and equipment; support cost analysis and vendor evaluations.
• Assist in procurement activities, including managing component obsolescence and supporting supply chain considerations.
• Provide technical support for installation, integration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of fielded systems.
• Support system integration, validation, and deployment activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, program management, and manufacturing.
• Monitor system performance and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and capability.

• 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering principles, including circuit analysis, signal processing, and power systems.
• Experience developing and executing test plans and analyzing results.
• Ability to create and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware and software systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks to completion.
• Knowledge of RF system design, including wireless waveforms and antenna design.
• Familiarity with tactical waveform standards such as SRW, WNW, ANW2, SATURN, TSM-X, and MUOS.
• Exposure to networking concepts and protocols.
• Experience supporting full product lifecycle development (concept through deployment).
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

About TRISTAR

TRISTAR is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned professional services company supporting the U.S. Department of Defense programs. Our core competencies include Electronic Warfare, Enterprise Management, Full Spectrum Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Software Engineering and Development, Maritime Modernization and Engineering, and Technical Solutions.

TRISTAR was founded in March 1995 and has built an employee-focused collaborative environment which enables our team of professionals to create and deliver customized solutions to meet our customers' mission critical challenges. TRISTAR's core capabilities support customers with end-to-end solutions.

For over 30 years, TRISTAR has demonstrated and perfected our ability to successfully manage any task, small or large no matter how difficult or complex.

TRISTAR is proud to serve the Department of Defense and other Federal Agencies.

TRISTAR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.