Booz Allen Defense & Aerospace

Electrical Engineer, Senior

Wharton, PA +1 In person Full-time

Location: Wharton, NJ

The Opportunity

Lead the research, design, development, testing, and integration of advanced electrical systems, components, and technologies for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific applications. Apply deep expertise in electrical theory, system behavior, and materials to architect and optimize solutions to complex technical challenges. Design and evaluate custom electrical and electro‑mechanical systems, develop signal processing and machine learning algorithms, oversee hardware‑in‑the‑loop and real‑time test environments, and guide PCB development efforts. Provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to strategic technical direction.

You Have

  • 10+ years of experience in electrical or computer engineering
  • Experience in signal processing algorithm development and optimization
  • Experience with applying advanced machine learning methods, including deep‑learning architectures, such as Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) or Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), to engineering problems
  • Experience with hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing, real‑time systems, or embedded test frameworks
  • Experience with designing, testing, or reviewing custom PCB solutions
  • Experience with programming languages, such as Python, C, C++, and MATLAB
  • Knowledge of radar fundamentals, radar equations, signal processing pipelines, and system architectures
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Nice If You Have

  • Experience with advanced radar data acquisition, processing, and evaluation systems
  • Experience leading embedded system development or real‑time operating system (RTOS) implementations
  • Possession of strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, including technical leadership and mentoring
  • Secret clearance
  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values.

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

  • Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
  • Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
  • Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
  • Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
  • Commitment to Non-Discrimination
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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