Principal Jobs in Washington
Principal jobs in Washington are in strong demand, concentrated in K-12 public school districts, charter networks, and private independent schools, with openings from assistant principal through executive principal and district leadership roles. The heaviest hiring activity is in Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma, where anchor employers such as Seattle Public Schools, Spokane Public Schools, and Tacoma Public Schools maintain consistent year-round pipelines. Instructional leadership, multi-tiered support systems, and special education administration are among the most sought-after specialties in Washington listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Radar Reinvented.
Echodyne offers the world's first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).
Echodyne is seeking a Principal PCB/A Materials & Process Engineer to join our fast-growing team.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Echodyne is seeking a Principal PCB/A Materials & Process Engineer with strong expertise in printed circuit board materials, fabrication processes, and electronics assembly processes to support the development and production of high-performance commercial radar products.
At the foundation of every Echodyne radar is a printed circuit board assembly that must deliver RF, high-speed digital, thermal, mechanical, and manufacturing performance within a producible design. In this role, you will serve as a subject matter expert for PCB materials and fabrication processes, while also applying strong working knowledge of PCBA assembly processes to help bring new products to market and improve supplier capability across the product lifecycle.
This role will work primarily in new product development, partnering with design engineering, program management, operations, supply chain, and suppliers to ensure that new PCB and PCBA designs are aligned with capable, scalable, and reliable manufacturing processes. You will also support production supplier development where new or improved supplier capabilities are required to support released products, cost reduction, yield improvement, reliability, or manufacturability needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the technical authority in development for PCB materials, stackups, fabrication processes, and manufacturability tradeoffs for complex RF, high-speed, and mixed-signal designs
- Partner with design engineering, program management, operations, supply chain, and suppliers during NPI to align product requirements with practical PCB and PCBA manufacturing capabilities
- Lead technical engagement with PCB fabricators, material suppliers, and electronics manufacturing suppliers to assess advanced or emerging materials, new fabrication capabilities and processes, identify and resolve process gaps, and support supplier development
- Support supplier selection, qualification builds, production readiness, yield improvement, and root-cause analysis related to PCB fabrication, PCB materials, and PCBA manufacturing processes before production release
- Provide practical design and process guidance to improve manufacturability, reliability, cost, and supplier execution
REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
- Knowledge of PCB materials, fabrication processes, stackups, and design-for-manufacturing / Quality / Reliability practices for RF, high-speed, or mixed-signal products
- Experience working directly with PCB fabricators, material suppliers, and electronics manufacturing suppliers
- Ability to evaluate PCB/PCBA designs, fabrication documentation, supplier design rules, and manufacturing tradeoffs and prioritize activities based on this analysis
- Experience with RF PCB materials, PTFE or mixed-material stackups, rigid-flex construction, metal-backed boards, or complex multilayer fabrication
- Experience with advanced PCB processes such as sequential lamination, blind/buried vias, filled vias, controlled-depth drilling, or controlled-impedance structures
- Experience with electronics manufacturing, supplier development, product manufacturing engineering, or technical supplier management
DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)
- Experience supporting NPI, supplier qualification, manufacturability reviews, production readiness, or process improvement activities
- Knowledge of PCBA assembly processes, manufacturing constraints, common failure modes, and supplier process controls
- Familiarity with ECAD, DFM, or manufacturing analysis tools such as Valor or equivalent
- Experience supporting failure analysis, yield improvement, corrective actions, or production process development
QUALIFICATIONS
- BS Degree or higher in Engineering, Material Science, or Physics or equivalent industry experience
- 10 or more years' experience in design and manufacture of circuit boards for RF applications
- Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally to support development efforts
Echodyne's technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant's eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.
WHAT WE OFFER
This is an exempt role.
If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that's a great fit for you!
We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:
- RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
- Generous Benefits:
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
- Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
- Virtual Care – 98Point6
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
- Travel Assistance Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)
- 401(k) match
- Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Company Holidays
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
Radar Reinvented.
Echodyne offers the world's first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).
Echodyne is seeking a Principal PCB/A Materials & Process Engineer to join our fast-growing team.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Echodyne is seeking a Principal PCB/A Materials & Process Engineer with strong expertise in printed circuit board materials, fabrication processes, and electronics assembly processes to support the development and production of high-performance commercial radar products.
At the foundation of every Echodyne radar is a printed circuit board assembly that must deliver RF, high-speed digital, thermal, mechanical, and manufacturing performance within a producible design. In this role, you will serve as a subject matter expert for PCB materials and fabrication processes, while also applying strong working knowledge of PCBA assembly processes to help bring new products to market and improve supplier capability across the product lifecycle.
This role will work primarily in new product development, partnering with design engineering, program management, operations, supply chain, and suppliers to ensure that new PCB and PCBA designs are aligned with capable, scalable, and reliable manufacturing processes. You will also support production supplier development where new or improved supplier capabilities are required to support released products, cost reduction, yield improvement, reliability, or manufacturability needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the technical authority in development for PCB materials, stackups, fabrication processes, and manufacturability tradeoffs for complex RF, high-speed, and mixed-signal designs
- Partner with design engineering, program management, operations, supply chain, and suppliers during NPI to align product requirements with practical PCB and PCBA manufacturing capabilities
- Lead technical engagement with PCB fabricators, material suppliers, and electronics manufacturing suppliers to assess advanced or emerging materials, new fabrication capabilities and processes, identify and resolve process gaps, and support supplier development
- Support supplier selection, qualification builds, production readiness, yield improvement, and root-cause analysis related to PCB fabrication, PCB materials, and PCBA manufacturing processes before production release
- Provide practical design and process guidance to improve manufacturability, reliability, cost, and supplier execution
REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
- Knowledge of PCB materials, fabrication processes, stackups, and design-for-manufacturing / Quality / Reliability practices for RF, high-speed, or mixed-signal products
- Experience working directly with PCB fabricators, material suppliers, and electronics manufacturing suppliers
- Ability to evaluate PCB/PCBA designs, fabrication documentation, supplier design rules, and manufacturing tradeoffs and prioritize activities based on this analysis
- Experience with RF PCB materials, PTFE or mixed-material stackups, rigid-flex construction, metal-backed boards, or complex multilayer fabrication
- Experience with advanced PCB processes such as sequential lamination, blind/buried vias, filled vias, controlled-depth drilling, or controlled-impedance structures
- Experience with electronics manufacturing, supplier development, product manufacturing engineering, or technical supplier management
DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)
- Experience supporting NPI, supplier qualification, manufacturability reviews, production readiness, or process improvement activities
- Knowledge of PCBA assembly processes, manufacturing constraints, common failure modes, and supplier process controls
- Familiarity with ECAD, DFM, or manufacturing analysis tools such as Valor or equivalent
- Experience supporting failure analysis, yield improvement, corrective actions, or production process development
QUALIFICATIONS
- BS Degree or higher in Engineering, Material Science, or Physics or equivalent industry experience
- 10 or more years' experience in design and manufacture of circuit boards for RF applications
- Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally to support development efforts
Echodyne's technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant's eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.
WHAT WE OFFER
This is an exempt role.
If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that's a great fit for you!
We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:
- RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
- Generous Benefits:
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
- Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
- Virtual Care – 98Point6
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
- Travel Assistance Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)
- 401(k) match
- Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Company Holidays
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Principal Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon44
- Microsoft26
- Amazon Web Services18
- Blue Origin6
- Oracle5
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Retail
- Manufacturing
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in principal jobs across Washington.
- Valid Washington State principal or program administrator certificate required
- Master's degree in educational leadership, administration, or a closely related field
- Minimum of three years of certified classroom teaching experience
- Experience leading instructional coaching, curriculum development, or school improvement planning
- Strong background in Washington state education law, OSPI policies, and MTSS frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to manage staff evaluations under Washington's TPEP evaluation system
Principal Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a principal in Washington?
To become a principal in Washington, you must hold a Washington State Principal or Program Administrator Certificate issued by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. Earning that certificate requires a master's degree in educational or school leadership, a minimum of three years of teaching experience under a valid certificate, and completion of an approved administrator preparation program. Candidates then apply through OSPI's certification portal.
Which companies hire principals in Washington?
Employers hiring principals in Washington right now include Amazon, Microsoft, and Amazon Web Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's large urban and suburban school districts drive most of the volume, though private schools, charter organizations, and educational nonprofits across the state also post consistently.
Which Washington cities have the most principal jobs?
Seattle, Redmond, and Bellevue have the most principal openings in Washington. Seattle leads because of its large, well-funded urban district and the density of charter and independent schools nearby, while Spokane and Tacoma anchor eastern Washington and the South Sound region respectively, each home to district headquarters and multiple school campuses with ongoing administrative needs.
Are there remote principal jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. The principal role is fundamentally on-site, requiring daily presence for student supervision, staff observation, and family engagement. About 61% of principal openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve curriculum coordination, district-level administration, or virtual school leadership rather than building-level management.
How can I get hired as a principal in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an assistant principal role, which most Washington districts use as the primary pipeline into building leadership. Seattle Public Schools, Spokane Public Schools, and Tacoma Public Schools regularly post assistant principal and dean of students openings that accept candidates without prior administrative experience. Completing an OSPI-approved administrator preparation program, obtaining your Washington Principal Certificate, and moving into an instructional coach or department head role first gives candidates a clear competitive edge.
Where can I find and apply to principal jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to principal jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred district, and specialty area, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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