Senior Electronics Engineer Jobs in Texas

Senior Electronics Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the nation, concentrated in defense and aerospace, semiconductor manufacturing, energy technology, and industrial automation across a hiring market that reaches from entry-level hardware roles through principal and staff engineer positions. The heaviest demand is in Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin, where established employers such as Raytheon Technologies, Texas Instruments, and L3Harris maintain large engineering workforces. The most sought-after specialties are embedded systems design, RF and analog circuit development, and power electronics for both defense and energy applications. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles24
Top employerThe University of Texas at Austin
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring6
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Dover Fueling Solutions
Sr Engineer, Electronics
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Dover Fueling Solutions
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Sr Engineer, Electronics
Dover Fueling Solutions
Austin, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Southwest Research Institute
RESEARCH ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - Power Electronics Engineer
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Southwest Research Institute
Added 1w ago
RESEARCH ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - Power Electronics Engineer
Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Curtiss-Wright
Sr. Electronics Design Engineer
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Curtiss-Wright
Added 2w ago
Sr. Electronics Design Engineer
Curtiss-Wright
Round Rock, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Health & Safety
$115k - $125k/yr
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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Baylor College of Medicine
Senior Electronics Technician
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Baylor College of Medicine
Added 2w ago
Senior Electronics Technician
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Technician
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$57k - $67k/yr
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Southwest Research Institute
LEAD ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - SR. ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - Production Focal for Complex Electronics
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Southwest Research Institute
Added 2w ago
LEAD ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - SR. ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - Production Focal for Complex Electronics
Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Technician
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Senior Electronics Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
15 jobs
Plano
2 jobs
Houston
2 jobs
San Antonio
2 jobs
McKinney
1 job
Round Rock
1 job

Senior Electronics Engineer Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin5 open roles
University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin4 open roles
CesiumAstro
CesiumAstro2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education10
  • Manufacturing2
  • Science & Research1
  • Technology & Software1
  • Construction & Real Estate1

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior electronics engineer jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline
  • Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
  • Seven or more years of hands-on experience in circuit design, PCB layout, or systems integration
  • Proficiency with EDA tools such as Cadence, Altium Designer, or Mentor Graphics
  • Active DoD security clearance or demonstrated eligibility to obtain one
  • Experience with hardware verification, EMI/EMC compliance testing, and technical documentation

Senior Electronics Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a senior electronics engineer in Texas?

Most senior electronics engineers in Texas hold a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and advance to senior status after several years of progressive design and systems experience. Texas requires engineers who offer services to the public or sign off on projects to hold a Professional Engineer license through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, which involves passing the FE and PE exams. Defense and aerospace employers frequently require or prefer candidates who already hold or qualify for a federal security clearance.

How much do senior electronics engineers make in Texas?

Senior electronics engineers in Texas earn a median of about $132,220 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,950 for the lowest 10% to over $205,710 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire senior electronics engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring senior electronics engineers in Texas right now include The University of Texas at Austin, University of Texas at Austin, and CesiumAstro, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of defense primes, semiconductor fabs, and energy technology firms means demand is broad and relatively consistent across the state's major metros throughout the year.

Which Texas cities have the most senior electronics engineer jobs?

Austin, Plano, and Houston account for the largest share of senior electronics engineer openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth anchors defense electronics and semiconductor demand through employers like Raytheon and Texas Instruments, Houston draws heavily from energy technology and subsea systems companies, and Austin's growing chip design and hardware startup ecosystem adds a consistent stream of openings across all three markets.

Are there remote senior electronics engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're limited. Hardware and systems roles require bench work, lab access, and hands-on integration that cannot move off-site, so fully remote positions are the exception rather than the rule. About 0% of senior electronics engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be systems architecture, firmware review, or program management functions where physical lab presence is not required daily.

How can I get hired as a senior electronics engineer in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is through an entry-level hardware or test engineer role at a Texas defense contractor or semiconductor manufacturer, where structured new-graduate programs exist at companies like Texas Instruments, Raytheon Technologies, and L3Harris. Lateral moves from adjacent roles such as electrical engineering technician, PCB layout designer, or field applications engineer are common stepping stones. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and building a portfolio of completed circuit or embedded system projects gives candidates a measurable edge when competing for these openings.

Where can I find and apply to senior electronics engineer jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to senior electronics engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across defense, semiconductor, energy, and industrial sectors. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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