Location: West Bethesda, MD
• This position is contingent upon contract award*
• This position is eligible for a $500 ZelTech Non-Employee Referral fee. Contact ZelTech Recruiters for questions concerning this matter. *
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Job Summary
ZelTech is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer with at least three years of experience to support the design, integration, and testing of advanced electrical systems for unmanned systems (UxS). This position focuses on developing and supporting robust, mission-ready power and control systems in both lab and field environments.
Responsibilities
• Design and develop electrical systems and architectures for UxS platforms, including power distribution, vehicle control, and energy conversion subsystems.
• Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles to develop, analyze, and manage system models, ensuring the integration of modeling and simulation tools and methodologies with systems engineering processes to support requirements development, architecture design, trade studies, and system validation activities.
• Draft, review, and maintain technical documentation such as electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, interface control documents, and system specifications.
• Conduct system- and component-level analyses, design trade studies, and technical risk assessments in support of system integration and performance optimization.
• Support laboratory and field testing by executing test plans, collecting data, and troubleshooting hardware and system issues.
• Support the integration of a variety of power sources into unmanned platforms with attention to reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including software, mechanical, and systems engineers to ensure cohesive subsystem development and operation.
• Contribute to development and documentation of verification/validation procedures, system requirements, and risk mitigation plans.
Requirements
• Must be a US citizen.
• Must have an active secret clearance.
• BA, Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• * At least 3 years of professional experience in electrical design, integration, or testing.
• Demonstrated experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices using tools such as Cameo, SysML, or similar, including integration of modeling and simulation to support systems engineering processes.
• Familiarity with electrical engineering tools and standard test equipment.
• Experience with power distribution, energy storage, and embedded control systems for real-world hardware platforms.
• Ability to contribute effectively in both team and independent engineering roles, including documentation and technical communication.
• Successful background and drug screening check.
Preferred Requirements
• Experience with UxS or autonomous platforms.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD power and electrical interface requirements.
• Experience with renewable energy systems, hybrid power architectures, or air-independent propulsion technologies.
Physical Demands Or Work Environment
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The majority of the time is spent in an office setting.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
About ZelTech
Founded in 1988 by Ret. Col. Jack L. Ezzell Jr., Zel Technologies is a trusted leader in national security, providing comprehensive research, development, engineering, and operational support to the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and federal agencies. Originally focused on leveraging operational and software expertise to improve time-critical targeting capabilities for the military, the company advanced its capabilities to provide scientific and HUMINT expertise for CBRNE collection and analysis. In the wake of 9/11, Zel Technologies rapidly expanded its capabilities to provide turnkey ISR support services to US Special Operations Forces (SOF), as well as advanced technical & operational intelligence, physical & data science, and engineering support services to the greater Intelligence and SOF Communities supporting global counterterrorism and CWMD operations.
Today, Zel Technologies remains at the forefront of intelligence missions, advancing CWMD and global counterterrorism efforts, while also addressing emerging threats posed by near-peer adversaries. Our team remains committed to delivering adaptive, innovative, and cost-effective solutions across multiple domains, in alignment with the mission priorities of the U.S. Government and its partner nations.
Our Mission
Through our commitment to innovation and quality, our skilled teams deliver robust, technology driven solutions and insights that empower our customers to overcome complex challenges and achieve their mission objectives.
Our Workforce
ZelTech team members represent a wide range of backgrounds, skills, experience, and personalities bound together by common objectives and mutual respect. You will join a caring community of professional, including many military veterans who challenge and support each other in seeking the right solutions to important matters.
Benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k immediate vesting with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account with company contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bonuses for performance
• Voluntary life/accidental death & dismemberment
• Educational assistance and special training programs
• Voluntary benefits (accidental, critical illness, whole life)
• Group life insurance (Company paid)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (Company paid)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Leave, Jury Duty, and Military Leave
• Health and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Employee discounts on various services and products
Equal Opportunities
ZelTech is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law.