Electrical Engineer

Company: Overwatch Imaging
Location: Hood River
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: About Overwatch: Overwatch Imaging is an imagery intelligence technology company working to bring sensor autonomy to time-critical airborne search, detection,trackingand monitoring missions. Our Automated Sensor Operator (ASO) software, native to our own line of purpose-built Smart Sensors and as an upgrade for airborne video gimbal platforms, bringsSuperhuman VisionandWorkload Reductionto users of real-time imagery intelligence systems. We fundamentally believe that modern edge processing and AI-enabled autonomy can perform an important set of time-critical imagery intelligence missions better,fasterand moresafely than humans can alone. Founded in 2016 in Hood River, Oregon, we support private sector companies as well as federal,stateand local agencies around the world with missions ranging from wildfire mapping and disaster response to law enforcement, border security, maritime domainawarenessand tactical intelligence. About this Role: The Overwatch Imaging Electrical Engineer will lead our electrical architecture solution by designing and developing circuits and systems including schematics, PCBAs, power and communication architecture, and wiring solutions in support of customized smart airborne imaging systems. The ideal candidate will help deliver on our mission to provide airborne imaging solutions designed to scan wide areas, find small objects of interest and deliver actionable intelligence quickly and effectively for important missions around the world. Major Areas of Responsibility : The ideal candidate will be strong in many of the following areas: Electrical Hardware Design: Rapidly designs innovative and cost-effective electronics solutions including custom printed circuit boards, motion control elements, signal routing solutions, microprocessors, device drivers and custom code. Electronic Systems Build and Test: Assembles and operates prototype and pre-production imaging systems and creates testing methods and devices to ensure proper function and reliability. Works with the Production Team during new product development and production to resolve issues and improve manufacturability. Electromagnetic and Environmental Compatibility Engineering: Develops EMI/EMC solutions using custom and COTS components for operations in the aircraft environment; develops and creates testing tools and procedures for environmental compatibility. Imaging Payload Electronics Architecture: Develops near-term and long-term strategies for maximizing electrical component flexibility and reuse while minimizing design cycle time and component cost. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: The ideal candidate will meet many of these requirements: Experience and Education: Formal education in electrical engineering, robotics, computer engineering or science, physics, or related fields. Experience in aerospace and defense, particularly with mid-sized unmanned aircraft and/or airborne camera systems. Experience with electro-optical remote sensing systems, image processing, camera signal management, and PCB design, assembly, and rework. Bachelors degreeand 3 years of experience Masters degreeand 1 years of experience Technical Competence: Digital, Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuit Schematic Design Image data routing methods including USB3, Ethernet, Cameralink, SATA, etc. Control Systems, IMU, and GPS/INS Hardware and Software Java, C++, C and Assembly Programming Electromagnetic Compatibility and Environmental Considerations Electronic Systems Test Equipment Character Attributes: Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, venture-backed startup business environment Motivates and inspires teammates bydemonstratinga prodigious work ethic Collaborates well in a small team environment with teammates and customers Enjoys hands-on work, learning new skills, and taking responsible risks Takes pride in seeing new products reach operational use quickly What We Offer: Growth Opportunities: As a team member of a true startup, you will learn by doing andshapeour future. The opportunities are limitless for those who want to grow their career. Impact Opportunity: We work on missions that matter to keep people safe and make the world better, and we do it without bureaucracy at the speed of a startup. Team Collaboration: Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with amazing teammates. The Overwatch Imaging leadership team believes in an open-door policy, meaning everyone has a voice and access to guidance, advice, feedback, and the ability to pitch crazy new products or ideas. Late Start Wednesday: A weekly blockto havefocus time away from meetings and calls. An opportunity to work from home, flex yourscheduleor self-directed time to focus on training and development. Time Off: Generous PTOto empoweremployees to make decisions about work life balance based on work and home needs. Holidays: Overwatch Imaging recognizes 10 company holidays. Ownership: Equity/Stock Options in our rapidly growing company. Health Benefits: Medical/Dental premiums 100% covered by Overwatch Imaging for employees and their families, plus available pre-tax health savings account. 401K: Employer matching contributions up to 4% of pay. Location: This position is based in Hood River, Oregon, and may require infrequent business travel and work in and around light aircraft. All applicants must be authorized to work on a permanent basis in the United States. Overwatch Imaging is an equal opportunity workplace and makes employment decisions based on merit and business needs, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other protected personal characteristic. Export Control Compliance Notice This position may involve access to data, technology, or software that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicants ability to obtain any necessary export authorization, asdeterminedby an export compliance assessment conducted by the company.

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