Shift5 is the Operational Intelligence platform for America’s defense and transportation systems, transforming untapped operational technology into actionable insights that enable peak performance and cyber resilience. Backed by Insight.
About the role
Tax-deferred public transit benefits with Metro SmartBenefits (DC/MD/VA)
What they're looking for
- Experience in schematic design and multi-layer PCB layout to military standards (3+ years, 7+ years for Senior), with a focus on power electronics/SMPS or high-speed digital board design
- Demonstrated ability to utilize advanced test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, thermal chambers, and current probes) for hardware verification and environmental validation
- Strong technical skills in electrical CAD software (Altium preferred) and working knowledge of common communication interfaces including CAN, I2C, SPI, UART, USB, and PCIe
- Familiarity with electrical design for defense/aerospace platforms, including electrical integration/harness design
- Comfort operating in fast-paced, regulated environments involving MIL-STD-810, 461, 704, 1275, and DO-160 standards
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
More about this role
Shift5 is building the data platform for onboard operational technology (OT). We deliver cybersecurity, predictive maintenance, and compliance capabilities that enable defense and commercial fleets to operate with greater readiness, resilience, and mission assurance.
We are seeking a mission-aligned Electrical Engineer to drive the design, development, and integration of cutting-edge rugged hardware for edge data collection and processing.
This role sits at the intersection of Electrical Design , Hardware Lifecycle Management , and Aerospace/Defense Compliance and will play a critical role in supporting Shift5’s next phase of growth.
This role requires technical fluency in CCA/PCB design, power electronics, FPGA integration, hands-on field validation, ownership of the hardware lifecycle, and strong collaboration across firmware and embedded systems teams.
- Contribute directly to the modernization of defense and commercial fleets by delivering resilient hardware for mission-critical OT data.
- Lead and execute the full hardware development lifecycle, from component selection and schematic capture to multi-layer PCB design and layout, focusing on high-speed digital interfaces and...
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