Electrical Engineer
El Segundo, CAOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Electrical Engineer designs and tests electronic hardware for drone defense systems, focusing on RF, embedded electronics, sensors, and power systems to detect, track, and neutralize unmanned threats.
About this role
CX2 is a next-generation defense technology company founded to deliver spectrum dominance for the United States and our allies. CX2’s AI-enabled hardware and software platforms detect, disrupt and defend the electromagnetic spectrum across land, air, sea and space domains.
We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer to design, develop, and support advanced electronic systems for next-generation drone defense (counter-UAS) solutions. This role involves working on cutting-edge technologies including RF systems, embedded electronics, sensors, and power systems to detect, track, and neutralize unmanned aerial threats.
Key success factors for this role include:
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Hands-on prototyping and testing
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Ability to work in fast-paced, mission-driven environments
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and test electronic hardware for drone detection and mitigation systems
- Work on RF systems including signal detection, jamming, and communication modules
- Develop schematics, PCB layouts, and prototypes for embedded systems
- Integrate sensors (radar, EO/IR, acoustic, RF) into defense platforms
- Collaborate with software, firmware, and systems engineers for full system integration
- Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in lab and field environments
- Optimize power distribution and battery systems for portable and fixed defense platforms
- Support EMI/EMC compliance and environmental testing (MIL-STD preferred)
- Analyze system performance and improve reliability and efficiency
- Participate in field deployments and system demonstrations
- Ability to work extended hours and/or some weekends for mission critical deadlines
Required Qualifications
- Analog and digital circuit design
- PCB design tools (Altium, KiCad, or similar)
- Embedded systems and microcontrollers
- Familiarity with RF systems, antennas, and signal processing
- Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators)
- Experience with DSP systems
- Understanding of power systems and battery management
- Ability to debug complex electrical systems
- Existing US Security clearance or ability to obtain one
ITAR Regulations
Bonus Points
- Experience in counter-UAS, radar, or electronic warfare systems
- Knowledge of RF jamming, spectrum monitoring, or direction finding
- Familiarity with communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN)
- Experience with FPGA systems
- Understanding of military standards (MIL-STD, DO-160, etc.)
What We Offer
Skills
Analog Circuit DesignAntennasCANDebugging Complex Electrical SystemsDigital Circuit DesignDO-160DSP SystemsEmbedded SystemsEMI/EMC TestingEnvironmental Testing (MIL-STD)FPGA SystemsI2CLab Equipment (oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators)MicrocontrollersMIL-STDPCB Design (Altium, KiCad)Power Systems And Battery ManagementRF SystemsSignal ProcessingSPISystem IntegrationUART
