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 global leader in defense and security, employing 28,000 talented individuals across ten U.S. locations, including our new facility in Bristol, Rhode Island, opening in late 2026 or early 2027.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Staff Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in a hands-on position that spans a wide array of design challenges. This role is ideal for an innovator interested in leading, designing, and developing electrical systems for subsea applications. You will work across the full spectrum of electrical engineering topics, including AC and DC power systems, battery management, sensor integration, and electromechanical components like propulsion and actuators.

In this position, you will not only design but also build, test, and integrate the systems you create. You will lead design approaches, analyze operating data, and make critical design decisions based on test results. Your expertise will guide system-level decisions for interdisciplinary teams, ensuring that power and endurance budgets are maintained throughout development phases. While this role will start as remote or hybrid, it is ultimately based out of our new Bristol, RI facility.

Hiring Process

Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation. As a condition of employment, applicants must be U.S. citizens and must hold or be able to obtain a U.S. DoD SECRET security clearance. Additionally, as a federal government contractor, Saab adheres to strict drug-free workplace policies, and candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

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.