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title: 'Senior Undersea Robotics Electrical Engineer at STR'
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# Senior Undersea Robotics Electrical Engineer at STR

- **Company:** STR
- **Location:** Woburn, MA
- **Posted:** 2026-09-24
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-26
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/systemstechnologyresearch/jobs/4715493006

## Job description

About the Team:

The Sensors Division within STR focuses on the development and analysis of advanced sensor systems in the RF, acoustic, and electro-optical domains. This includes the design and development of novel sensors and advanced information processing techniques from ideation to prototype implementations. The Subsea and Seabed Systems (SSS) Group develops and delivers advanced undersea sensor and signal processing systems, including bespoke undersea vehicles to deploy those systems. We apply those products to to intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) and counter-ISR applications to deliver missions success to our customers.

The Role:

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer with a strong interest and some experience in undersea robotics to design, develop, and implement the electrical systems that enable next‑generation uncrewed undersea vehicles, sensor systems, and command and control (C2) systems.  In this role, you will be the responsible for the full range of development for electrical systems in our products: from board‑level design and sensor integration through bring‑up, test, and support in the lab and at sea.

You will work closely with mechanical, software, and systems engineers as well as other electrical engineers.  An ideal candidate would have exposure to control systems, embedded software, mechanical engineering as undersea vehicle and system design is inherently multi-disciplinary. Ideal candidates are hands‑on engineers who are comfortable with analog and digital circuit design, can take a circuit board from concept through fabrication, and are adept at troubleshooting and resolving hardware issues.

Candidates with more experience are welcome and will be considered for greater responsibility, but the position is intended for an engineer early in their career who has solid, practical experience with electronics.

What you will do:

- Design, implement, and document analog and digital circuitry for uncrewed undersea vehicles, including power distribution, signal conditioning, communications interfaces, and sensor integration
- Develop and lay out printed circuit boards (PCBs), including component selection, schematic capture, layout, and preparation of fabrication and assembly packages
- Bring up new boards and electronic modules: perform bench testing, debug hardware issues, and iterate designs based on test results and field feedback
- Integrate and interface onboard sensors (e.g., IMUs, depth sensors, navigation systems, acoustic sensors) with vehicle processors and control systems
- Work with embedded software engineers to define hardware‑software interfaces, support driver development, and ensure reliable real‑time operation
- Collaborate with mechanical and systems engineers to ensure proper packaging, environmental protection, thermal management, and compliance with undersea operational requirements
- Support hardware‑in‑the‑loop and system‑level testing in lab, pool, and at‑sea environments, including preparation, operation, and troubleshooting of vehicle electronics
- Contribute to the development of system‑level requirements and electrical architectures for novel undersea vehicles and sensor payloads
- Maintain design records, test reports, and configuration documentation to support the full lifecycle of undersea vehicle electrical systems
- Stay current with relevant technologies in electronics, embedded systems, and undersea robotics, and apply them to improve reliability, performance, and manufacturability

Who you are:

- Ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance with eligibility to support special access programs, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S government
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field with at least 5+ years of relevant hands‑on experience, or a Master’s degree in one of these fields with significant practical experience in electronics design and debug (equivalent experience will be considered)
- Practical experience designing and testing analog and digital circuits, including:
- Schematic capture and PCB layout using common EDA tool
- Board bring‑up, lab testing, and hardware debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and related equipment.
- Familiarity with embedded systems and real‑time control applications (e.g., microcontrollers, single‑board computers, FPGAs, or similar platforms)
- Experience integrating sensors and actuators into electronic systems, including understanding of signal integrity, noise mitigation, and power considerations
- Basic proficiency in at least one programming language commonly used in embedded or robotics applications (e.g., C/C++, Python) sufficient to interact productively with software teams and perform simple test and diagnostic scripts
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and communicate clearly about electrical design decisions, trade‑offs, and limitations
- Strong problem‑solving skills and a hands‑on approach to prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting

Even Better:

- Experience designing electronics specifically for marine or harsh environments (pressure, corrosion, moisture, vibration) or other rugged applications
- Exposure to robotic frameworks such as ROS, MOOS‑IvP, UMAA, or similar platforms, and an understanding of how vehicle electronics support autonomy and control
- Familiarity with control systems, sensor fusion concepts, and their implications for hardware design and timing
- Experience with hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) test setups and system‑level simulation
- Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git) for managing design files, firmware, and test scripts
- Experience setting performance expectations for advanced or novel UUV designs or sensor systems using modeling, simulation, or analytical tools
- Experience interacting with U.S. Navy or other U.S. Government organizations, or supporting at‑sea test events including system deployment, operation, and recovery
- Active Top Secret security clearance
- Prior special access program experience

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of groundbreaking undersea robotic and sensing systems that will shape the future of maritime autonomy. You will work alongside a passionate and talented team, tackling some of the most challenging and rewarding problems in the field. If you are a visionary roboticist with a drive to innovate and lead, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help us redefine what’s possible beneath the waves.

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $139,000 - $170,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions. STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.

STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at [www.str.us](http://www.str.us/) for more info.

STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.

Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.

## About STR

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: STR (Systems & Technology Research) develops and applies advanced technology to solve emerging national security challenges for the U.S. Department of Defense and intelligence community.
- **Entity Type**: Private (employee-owned)
- **Headquarters**: Woburn, Massachusetts, United States
- **Founded**: 2010
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: National security technology, defense, cybersecurity, sensing, analytics, systems engineering
- **Target customers**: U.S. Department of Defense, intelligence community, government agencies (B2G)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Making the world a safer place” by delivering high-impact technology solutions to the nation’s hardest problems.

## Products & Services
- **Cyber**: Applies reverse engineering, vulnerability assessment, formal methods, and AI/ML to solve critical cybersecurity and operational problems for the DoD.
- **Sensors**: Develops hardware and algorithm prototypes for radar, underwater acoustics, electronic warfare, and advanced RF/EOIR sensing concepts.
- **Analytics & C2**: Transforms information into advantage through command & control, autonomous systems, machine learning, graph analytics, and data visualization.
- **Systems Development**: Delivers resilient, high-impact capabilities at scale using model-based systems engineering, DevSecOps, and mission-focused integration.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue $100M–$500M (LinkedIn estimate)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Employee-owned; primary customer is the U.S. Department of Defense. Key talent sources include Leidos, L3Harris, BAE Systems, MITRE, RTX, Draper, and MIT Lincoln Laboratory.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 15% YoY (644 employees); active job postings increased 155.8% year-over-year (133 current openings); operates 7 U.S. offices.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Employee-owned structure** aligns incentives with long-term mission impact rather than short-term returns.
- **Multi-disciplinary expertise** spanning cyber, sensors, analytics, and systems engineering enables integrated solutions.
- **“The STR Triangle”** – combines world‑renowned researchers, growing talent, and skilled engineers to rapidly mature ideas into fielded capabilities.
- **Meeting‑free Fridays** and flexible schedules support deep technical work and work‑life balance.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue to solve emerging national security challenges by investing in AI/ML, autonomous systems, cyber resilience, and advanced sensing.
- Scale delivery through model‑based systems engineering and DevSecOps practices.
- Attract and retain top technical talent by fostering a culture of purpose, diversity, and professional growth.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Choose‑your‑own‑adventure” career model – employees can pursue research, product development, engineering, or management paths. Emphasis on unconventional thinking, diverse perspectives, and real impact.
- **Remote/Hybrid**: Some roles are remote (e.g., Lead Mission Engineer Full Stack); most positions are on‑site at one of seven U.S. locations (Woburn MA, Arlington VA, Dayton OH, Carlsbad CA, Palm Bay FL, San Diego CA, Melbourne FL).
- **Notable perks**: Great health/dental/vision coverage, generous 401k matching, tuition reimbursement, results‑based bonuses, active interest groups, social events, snacks & coffee. Interns focus on real‑world problems, not busy work.
- **Engineering culture**: Strong mentorship, collaboration with national security experts, and opportunities to work on cutting‑edge technology from research through deployment.

## Sources
1. [str.us](https://str.us/)
2. [str.us/careers](https://str.us/careers/)
3. [str.us/life-at-str](https://str.us/life-at-str/)
4. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/systemstechnologyresearch](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/systemstechnologyresearch)
5. [linkedin.com/company/str-us](https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-us)

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