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Electrical Engineer

$150k to $230k

Fort Meade, MDPosted Oct 8, 2026

Against the United States typical range

Job description

Electrical Engineer Fort Meade, MD | Full Time | Category: Hardware Clearance Required : Active TS/SCI w/ Full Scope Polygraph Education : Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering Experience : 5+ Years Compensation : $150,000 – $230,000 (depending on experience) Position Overview TAP Engineering is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team.

If you are a highly motivated engineer who enjoys a challenging and dynamic environment where your contributions are both critical and valued, TAP will provide you the tools and opportunity to thrive. The Electrical Engineer supports Integrated Product Teams in the design, analysis, manufacture, and test of digital, RF/analog, and mixed electronics hardware at all levels of integration,spanning chip, component, printed circuit board, module/chassis, and system, across a multitude of platforms and domains including space, land, sea, air, and cyber.

Key Responsibilities

Designing electrical components and systems, including schematic capture and routing layout for digital, RF/analog, and mixed signal printed circuit boards Performing engineering analyses Fabricating, assembling, and qualifying first article engineering prototypes Developing and executing test plans and procedures Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or related technical field) Active TS/SCI with full scope polygraph clearance 5+ years of overall engineering experience 3+ years of experience in electronics hardware design, analysis, manufacturing, and/or test Experience designing printed circuit boards, including schematic capture and routing layout in computer-aided design software (e.

g., Altium) Experience developing electronics test requirements, plans, and procedures at the system and component level Strong technical writing, communication, and interpersonal skills Desired Qualifications Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or related technical field) Experience resolving electronics hardware qualification and production failures, including debugging and performing root failure analysis on failed printed circuit boards Familiarity with printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication and common electronics assembly processes Clearance Requirement This position is contingent upon the successful completion of security processing and favorable acceptance onto the program by the Customer.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance, based on a current background investigation (SBI), as well as the favorable completion of a polygraph. Clearance and polygraph processing will be completed by the U.S. Government. Factors considered for a U.S. Government Security Clearance include, but are not limited to: U.

S. Citizenship (Required) Favorable Criminal History Check Education Verification Abuse/Illegal Drug Use Credit Check Subject Interview Benefits Overview TAP Engineering offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including: Paid Time Off: 15–25 days annually based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays (never use-or-lose) Retirement: Up to 15% employer contribution to a 401(k) through match and profit sharing Medical Coverage: Free medical insurance for employees, with optional buy-up plans for dependents Dental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancements Insurance Coverage: Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAs Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, discount programs, virtual care, prescription savings, and travel support Performance-Based Rewards: Merit increases, performance bonuses, and referral bonuses Additional Information TAP Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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