Senior Staff Electrical Engineer

About the Team

Saab Inc.'s Autonomous and Undersea Systems division is dedicated to helping nations keep their people and society safe by pushing the boundaries of technology. Our team designs and builds advanced Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) that support the U.S. Armed Forces, the Federal Aviation Administration, and international partners. We are a diverse group of 28,000 talented individuals across ten U.S. locations, fostering an environment where innovation drives a safer and more sustainable world.

About the Role

We are seeking an innovative Senior Staff Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in the development of next-generation subsea systems. This role is designed for an experienced professional who thrives on a wide array of design challenges, spanning AC and DC power systems, battery management, sensor integration, and electromechanical propulsion. Unlike purely theoretical positions, this is a hands-on opportunity to build, test, and integrate the designs you create.

You will serve as a technical leader, guiding system-level decisions and collaborating with Systems, Software, Mechanical, Quality, and Manufacturing teams. Your day will involve leading design approaches, analyzing operating data, and conducting rigorous tests to optimize product performance. You will be responsible for selecting components based on reliability and requirements, creating power budgets, and leading design verification and failure analysis efforts. This position offers the chance to present technical concepts to both internal and external customers and support key subcontractors with deep electrical expertise.

While this role will start as remote or hybrid, it is ultimately based out of our new facility in Bristol, Rhode Island, opening in late 2026 or early 2027. You will have the opportunity to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally to support project needs.

Hiring Process

Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. As a condition of employment, all candidates are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen in adherence to our federal government contractor policies.

Our Culture and Commitment

Saab values diversity as an asset and offers unlimited opportunities for career advancement. We respect each person's needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.