Electrical Engineer (Sustaining / Validation)

Post Date

Jul 28, 2026

Location

San Mateo,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94402
US
Oct 03, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract,Perm Possible

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

DGW-10b72639-c631-45ef-a9ed-edc5adc90a36

Pay Rate

$46 - $58 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Globals Client is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond.

About the role:

We are looking for an engineer with a strong electrical engineering background who is passionate about sustaining products and supporting complex ecosystems through mass production and beyond. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys identifying, driving, and closing issues while continuously optimizing test processes and for reliability.

How you'll make an impact:

Resolve issues by owning and leading deep, cross functional analysis on complex system-level problems
Elevate quality through technical validation of components and subsystems
Perform electrical failure analysis (FA) on customer returns, RMAs, and field failures to identify design, component, or process issues
Own and execute design changes to improve reliability, manufacturability
Drive electrical component and PCB changes and validation to address issues or supply chain changes

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

What makes you a good fit:

Strong electrical validation and test experience
Able to root cause PCBA and system level failures
Deep understanding of analog and digital circuit design, power management, and mixed-signal systems
Proficiency in schematic design
Familiarity with lab instruments (oscilloscopes, DMMs, logic analyzers, power analyzers, power supplies, bash script, etc)
History of collecting, collating, and analyzing field data
Strong ownership mindset and cross-functional collaboration skills
Experience with high speed camera interfaces (MIPI CSI, D-PHY and C-PHY)
Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all employees and required for certain positions.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.