Electronic Engineer Jobs in New York
Electronic Engineer jobs in New York are in steady demand, concentrated in defense and aerospace, telecommunications, semiconductor manufacturing, and medical device development, with openings at every level from entry-level test engineer to senior systems designer. New York City, Long Island, and the Albany Capital Region are the leading hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Northrop Grumman, L3Harris Technologies, and IBM. The most sought-after specialties include RF and signal processing, embedded systems, and hardware design for defense and commercial electronics applications. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Principal RF CommunicationsElectronic Warfare Engineer
$185,000-$250,000 Base Salary
$15,000 Signing Bonus • Annual Bonus • Equity • Relocation Assistance
Hybrid | Huntsville, AL | Full-Time | 9/80 Schedule
This isn't another defense contractor job.
Join a mission-focused engineering team developing next-generation RF communications and Electronic Warfare capabilities for national defense. Lead system architecture, collaborate directly with DoD customers, and work hands-on across SDR, radar, resilient networking, and secure communications technologies - with meaningful technical ownership from concept through operational deployment.
Why top engineers choose Secmation
- Own technical direction instead ofmaintaining legacy systems.
- Influence architecture from early concept through field deployment.
- Work directly with DoD customers, decision makers, and mission users.
- Solve challenging RF, Electronic Warfare, SDR, radar, and secure communications problems.
- Collaborate with a small, highly technical team where every engineer has real impact.
- Build technology designed to transition into operational use.
What you'll build and lead
Lead the development of advanced RF technologies that directly support critical defense missions. You will shape system architecture, guide technical strategy, and move innovative capabilities from early concept through modeling, integration, HWIL testing, field demonstration, validation, and operational implementation.
You'll work across:
- Electronic Warfare capabilities, including Electronic Attack, Electronic Support, Electronic Protection, and countermeasure development.
- Software Defined Radio solutions spanning software, firmware, and secure embedded communications platforms.
- Tactical RF communications, SATCOM, resilient networking, radar, and RF sensing technologies.
- AI-enabled RF analysis, mission systems, and adaptive signal-processing capabilities.
- RF algorithm development, communications-system modeling, mission simulation, and scenario development using MATLAB and Python.
- System integration, hardware-in-the-loop testing, field testing, validation, and live customer demonstrations.
- Cross-program technical leadership, engineering mentorship, and direct engagement with government stakeholders.
What we're looking for
- U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Security Clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- 12+ years of relevant RF, communications, radar, or EW experience with demonstrated principal-level technical leadership; 15+ years preferred.
- Deep experience designing, implementing, and analyzing military RF communications systems for tactical and defense applications.
- Hands-on experience with SDR frameworks and platforms such as GNU Radio, REDHAWK, USRP/UHD, Epiq, or comparable technologies.
- Experience with Electronic Warfare system design and applications, including EA, ES, EP, or countermeasure development.
- Experience with SATCOM, radar, tactical communications, resilient networking, or RF sensing systems.
- Strong background in signal processing, waveform performance, adaptive tuning, optimization, and error-correction techniques.
- Proficiency with MATLAB and Python for modeling and simulation, plus embedded C/C++ for systems-level applications.
- Experience leading system integration, HWIL testing, mission simulation, field testing, and customer demonstrations.
- Ability to independently lead complex technical work while collaborating effectively within a small, multidisciplinary engineering team.
- Strong technical communication skills and the ability to present findings and recommendations to internal teams, program leadership, and government customers.
CompensationBenefits
- $185,000-$250,000 base salary
- $15,000 signing bonus
- Discretionary annual performance bonus
- Company equity
- Relocationassistance
- Hybrid 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
- Paid time off and flexible work schedules
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement benefits with company contribution
Work Environment
- Hybrid role with on-site workrequired in Huntsville, Alabama.
- Flexible 9/80 work schedule supporting every other Friday off.
- Collaborative, fast-paced, and technically innovative environment with distributed team integration.
About Secmation
Secmation develops AI-enabled software, embedded cybersecurity, secure RF systems, and advanced communications technologies for the U.S. defense community. Our mission is to deliver next-generation secure technologies for Electronic Warfare, autonomous systems, and critical defense applications.
Small company. Big mission. Real engineering.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Secmation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.
The salary range represents a general guideline. Secmation considers the scope and responsibilities of the position, as well as a candidate's experience, education, skills, work location, current market conditions, and other bona fide factors when determining compensation.
This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus based on individual and company performance.
Principal RF CommunicationsElectronic Warfare Engineer
$185,000-$250,000 Base Salary
$15,000 Signing Bonus • Annual Bonus • Equity • Relocation Assistance
Hybrid | Huntsville, AL | Full-Time | 9/80 Schedule
This isn't another defense contractor job.
Join a mission-focused engineering team developing next-generation RF communications and Electronic Warfare capabilities for national defense. Lead system architecture, collaborate directly with DoD customers, and work hands-on across SDR, radar, resilient networking, and secure communications technologies - with meaningful technical ownership from concept through operational deployment.
Why top engineers choose Secmation
- Own technical direction instead ofmaintaining legacy systems.
- Influence architecture from early concept through field deployment.
- Work directly with DoD customers, decision makers, and mission users.
- Solve challenging RF, Electronic Warfare, SDR, radar, and secure communications problems.
- Collaborate with a small, highly technical team where every engineer has real impact.
- Build technology designed to transition into operational use.
What you'll build and lead
Lead the development of advanced RF technologies that directly support critical defense missions. You will shape system architecture, guide technical strategy, and move innovative capabilities from early concept through modeling, integration, HWIL testing, field demonstration, validation, and operational implementation.
You'll work across:
- Electronic Warfare capabilities, including Electronic Attack, Electronic Support, Electronic Protection, and countermeasure development.
- Software Defined Radio solutions spanning software, firmware, and secure embedded communications platforms.
- Tactical RF communications, SATCOM, resilient networking, radar, and RF sensing technologies.
- AI-enabled RF analysis, mission systems, and adaptive signal-processing capabilities.
- RF algorithm development, communications-system modeling, mission simulation, and scenario development using MATLAB and Python.
- System integration, hardware-in-the-loop testing, field testing, validation, and live customer demonstrations.
- Cross-program technical leadership, engineering mentorship, and direct engagement with government stakeholders.
What we're looking for
- U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Security Clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- 12+ years of relevant RF, communications, radar, or EW experience with demonstrated principal-level technical leadership; 15+ years preferred.
- Deep experience designing, implementing, and analyzing military RF communications systems for tactical and defense applications.
- Hands-on experience with SDR frameworks and platforms such as GNU Radio, REDHAWK, USRP/UHD, Epiq, or comparable technologies.
- Experience with Electronic Warfare system design and applications, including EA, ES, EP, or countermeasure development.
- Experience with SATCOM, radar, tactical communications, resilient networking, or RF sensing systems.
- Strong background in signal processing, waveform performance, adaptive tuning, optimization, and error-correction techniques.
- Proficiency with MATLAB and Python for modeling and simulation, plus embedded C/C++ for systems-level applications.
- Experience leading system integration, HWIL testing, mission simulation, field testing, and customer demonstrations.
- Ability to independently lead complex technical work while collaborating effectively within a small, multidisciplinary engineering team.
- Strong technical communication skills and the ability to present findings and recommendations to internal teams, program leadership, and government customers.
CompensationBenefits
- $185,000-$250,000 base salary
- $15,000 signing bonus
- Discretionary annual performance bonus
- Company equity
- Relocationassistance
- Hybrid 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
- Paid time off and flexible work schedules
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement benefits with company contribution
Work Environment
- Hybrid role with on-site workrequired in Huntsville, Alabama.
- Flexible 9/80 work schedule supporting every other Friday off.
- Collaborative, fast-paced, and technically innovative environment with distributed team integration.
About Secmation
Secmation develops AI-enabled software, embedded cybersecurity, secure RF systems, and advanced communications technologies for the U.S. defense community. Our mission is to deliver next-generation secure technologies for Electronic Warfare, autonomous systems, and critical defense applications.
Small company. Big mission. Real engineering.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Secmation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.
The salary range represents a general guideline. Secmation considers the scope and responsibilities of the position, as well as a candidate's experience, education, skills, work location, current market conditions, and other bona fide factors when determining compensation.
This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus based on individual and company performance.
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electronic engineer jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering discipline required
- Proficiency in circuit design, PCB layout, and electronic test and measurement tools
- Experience with CAD tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, or equivalent EDA software
- Familiarity with defense or aerospace hardware standards including MIL-SPEC and DO-254
- Strong background in embedded systems, firmware integration, or FPGA development
- Ability to obtain or hold an active U.S. security clearance for defense-sector roles
Electronic Engineer Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electronic engineer in New York?
Most electronic engineer roles in New York require a bachelor's degree in electrical or electronic engineering from an accredited program. While no state license is mandatory for private-sector positions, engineers who sign off on public-facing designs or move into systems integration on infrastructure projects typically pursue Professional Engineer licensure through the New York State Education Department, which oversees engineering licensure in the state. Gaining industry-recognized certifications in areas like embedded systems or RF design strengthens candidacy significantly.
How much do electronic engineers make in New York?
Electronic engineers in New York earn a median of about $119,010 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,870 for the lowest 10% to over $168,820 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire electronic engineers in New York?
Employers hiring electronic engineers in New York right now include Hudson River Trading, MKS, and Moog, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New York's concentration of defense primes on Long Island and technology firms in the New York City metro means large-scale, sustained hiring across both government-contract and commercial electronics programs.
Which New York cities have the most electronic engineer jobs?
New York, Buffalo, and Endicott have the most electronic engineer openings in New York. The New York City metro drives volume through telecommunications, fintech hardware, and medical device firms, while Long Island's dense cluster of defense contractors such as Northrop Grumman and L3Harris sustains consistent demand, and the Albany area draws engineers into semiconductor and advanced manufacturing roles tied to the state's chip-industry investments.
Are there remote electronic engineer jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Electronic engineering is heavily hands-on, requiring lab access, prototype builds, and on-site hardware testing that cannot be performed remotely. About 40% of electronic engineer openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that reality. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work are documentation, simulation modeling, and design review, which some employers accommodate on a hybrid schedule.
How can I get hired as a electronic engineer in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a co-op or internship converted to a full-time hire, which defense contractors on Long Island and technology companies in New York City regularly offer to recent graduates. Entry-level roles titled junior hardware engineer, test engineer, or associate systems engineer appear frequently and require only a relevant degree. Candidates who complete IEEE student competitions, capstone hardware projects, or community college technician certificates alongside their degree demonstrate practical readiness that New York employers value when reviewing new-grad applications.
Where can I find and apply to electronic engineer jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to electronic engineer jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings from employers actively hiring. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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