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CACI International Inc

Principal Electrical Engineer

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In-Office
Colorado Springs, CO
90K-190K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Colorado Springs, CO
90K-190K Annually
Senior level
The Principal Electrical Engineer designs and evaluates electronic components, develops systems, conducts tests, and provides technical solutions for engineering problems while ensuring mission readiness.
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Job Title: Principal Electrical Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 6/30/2026

CACI is responsible for providing comprehensive Integrated Product Support (IPS) services for the Tactical Integrated Ground Suite (TIGS) System of Systems (SoS). These services cover a range of support categories including management, engineering, maintenance, supply, data, training, continuous support, infrastructure, logistics, and personnel. The primary objective of these diverse services is to ensure warfighting readiness across the globe by increasing the operational availability and mission effectiveness of all currently deployed and future TIGS SoS.

The Principal Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating electronic parts, components, integrated circuitry for electronic equipment, other hardware systems, or electrical engineering applications. Duties may include analyzing equipment to establish operating data, conducting experimental tests and evaluating results as well as selecting components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability.

Responsibilities:

  • Research, design, develop, modify and evaluate electronics parts, components and integrated circuitry for electronic equipment

  • Develop and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks

  • Develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity

  • Support systems engineering by preparing presentations, conduct/support trade studies, and evaluate systems electrical and RF components

  • Interact with stakeholders on significant technical matters

  • Work with cross-functional team in a highly dynamic mission-focused environment

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Top Secret Security Clearance required

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a STEM related discipline

  • Minimum 8 years of professional experience, or 6 years of professional experience with a related Master’s degree

  • Experienced in power distribution design and signal conditioning in ground-based SATCOM systems

  • Experienced in electrical and RF interfaces between antennas, SDR(s), and high-powered SATCOM components

  • Experienced in grounding and bonding with EMI mitigation solutioning

  • Experienced in integration and testing of RF and electrical components (able to read schematics, drawings, ICD(s) etc...)

  • Experienced in the use of RF test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Analyzers, Network Analyzers, and SATCOM Modems

  • Familiarity with codes, regulation, and standards, such as NEC, IEC and IEEE

  • Ability to perform complex engineering calculations, including load flow, short circuit, harmonics, grounding, and electromagnetic transients

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers, project teams, and stakeholders

Desired:

  • Professional Engineering license

  • Master’s degree in related field

  • Experience in quality control review process

  • Experience in leading a team

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$90,300-$189,600

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Top Skills

Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Network Analyzers
Rf Test Equipment
Satcom Modems
Signal Analyzers
Spectrum Analyzers

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