Senior Autonomous Electrical Engineer

About DZYNE

DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.

We’re growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success.

Ready to do work that matters? Join us.

Senior Autonomous Systems Electrical Engineer

Portland, Oregon w/ travel to Irvine CA

Hybrid

The Senior Autonomous Systems Electrical Engineer will serve as a technical owner and hands-on contributor across the full lifecycle of DZYNE’s aircraft and launcher electrical systems. This role spans supplier oversight, internal electronics development, and long-term product sustainment, with a strong emphasis on ensuring DZYNE retains deep technical ownership of its designs as programs transition from development through LRIP and into operational service.

In this position, the engineer will be responsible for electrical system architecture, subsystem design, system integration, troubleshooting, harness design, electromechanical testing, and data analysis. The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams (mechanical, manufacturing, GNC, firmware/software, aerodynamics, quality, and program management) and active engagement with external suppliers to ensure designs meet DZYNE standards for quality, robustness, and maintainability.

• Contribute to the end-to-end architecture and technical decision-making for electrical systems across development, production, and sustainment
• Design, develop, integrate, and debug electrical and electromechanical subsystems
• Review and guide externally developed electrical designs to ensure alignment with company standards and requirements
• Support design updates driven by product improvements, obsolescence, and evolving requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and program teams
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, test plans, and engineering reports
• Communicate technical concepts and results clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Mentor other engineers and promote sound engineering practices

• 7+ years of progressively responsible industry experience in the field of Electrical Engineering
• Practical electrical hardware design, debugging, and system integration
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, validate, and test electrical subsystems and systems
• Experience with end-to-end electrical system architecture and technical decision-making
• Experience producing clear technical documentation, schematics, and reports
• Proficiency with ECAD tools such as Altium

• Experience with autonomous, robotic, or aircraft electrical systems
• UAV experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with microcontrollers and firmware/software integration
• Experience working in small to mid-sized R&D environments
• Familiarity with MIL-spec hardware and harnessing standards

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• (advanced degrees may substitute for a portion of experience)

No clearance is required.

This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, employment is contingent upon meeting applicable export control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.

Up to 25%

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.

• Must have the ability to stoop, stand, climb, occasionally lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Involves movement between…