CX2

Autonomous AI-powered RF threat detection platform

Electrical Engineer

RF & Microwave EngineeringUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeEl Segundo, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required.
At least 3 years of experience in electronics design and development is required; defense or aerospace experience is preferred.
Experience with analog and digital circuit design is required.
Experience with PCB design tools such as Altium or KiCad is required.
Experience with embedded systems and microcontrollers is required.
Familiarity with RF systems, antennas, and signal processing is required.
Experience with laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators, is required.
Experience with DSP systems is required.
Understanding of power systems and battery management is required.
Ability to debug complex electrical systems is required.
Existing U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain one is required.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations under ITAR regulations.
The position requires onsite presence at the El Segundo headquarters and does not offer remote work.
Ability to work extended hours and some weekends for mission-critical deadlines is required.
An in-person interview and whiteboarding exercise are required.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test electronic hardware for drone detection and mitigation systems.
Work on RF systems, including signal detection, jamming, and communication modules.
Develop schematics, PCB layouts, and prototypes for embedded systems.
Integrate radar, EO/IR, acoustic, and RF sensors into defense platforms.
Collaborate with software, firmware, and systems engineers on full system integration.
Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in laboratory and field environments.
Optimize power distribution and battery systems for portable and fixed defense platforms.
Support EMI/EMC compliance and environmental testing.
Analyze system performance and improve reliability and efficiency.
Participate in field deployments and system demonstrations.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in counter-UAS, radar, or electronic warfare systems.
Knowledge of RF jamming, spectrum monitoring, or direction finding.
Familiarity with communication protocols including SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN.
Experience with FPGA systems.
Understanding of military standards such as MIL-STD and DO-160.
Defense or aerospace experience.
Experience supporting EMI/EMC compliance and environmental testing, with MIL-STD experience preferred.

Salary Range: 131000 to 177000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

CX2 is a next-generation defense technology company securing spectrum dominance for the United States and its allies. CX2 builds AI-enabled hardware and software platforms to detect, disrupt, and defend the electromagnetic spectrum across land, air, sea, and space. Headquartered in El Segundo, California, CX2 develops technology designed to give warfighters the ability to see, understand, and act across the invisible battlefield.

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer to design, develop, and support advanced electronic systems for next-generation drone defense (counter-UAS) solutions. This role involves working on cutting-edge technologies including RF systems, embedded electronics, sensors, and power systems to detect, track, and neutralize unmanned aerial threats.

This role requires an onsite presence in our El Segundo, CA HQ; a remote work environment is not considered for this opportunity.

Key success factors for this role include:

Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Hands-on prototyping and testing
Cross-disciplinary collaboration
Strong documentation and communication skills
Ability to work in fast-paced, mission-driven environments

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test electronic hardware for drone detection and mitigation systems

Work on RF systems including signal detection, jamming, and communication modules

Develop schematics, PCB layouts, and prototypes for embedded systems

Integrate sensors (radar, EO/IR, acoustic, RF) into defense platforms

Collaborate with software, firmware, and systems engineers for full system integration

Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in lab and field environments

Optimize power distribution and battery systems for portable and fixed defense platforms

Support EMI/EMC compliance and environmental testing (MIL-STD preferred)

Analyze system performance and improve reliability and efficiency

Participate in field deployments and system demonstrations

Ability to work extended hours and/or some weekends for mission critical deadlines

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

A minimum of 3 years of experience in electronics design and development (defense or aerospace preferred)

Strong experience with:

Analog and digital circuit design

PCB design tools (Altium, KiCad, or similar)

Embedded systems and microcontrollers

Familiarity with RF systems, antennas, and signal processing

Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators)

Experience with DSP systems

Understanding of power systems and battery management

Ability to debug complex electrical systems

Existing US Security clearance or ability to obtain one

ITAR Regulations

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a US Citizen, Green Card holder, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Bonus Points

Experience in counter-UAS, radar, or electronic warfare systems
Knowledge of RF jamming, spectrum monitoring, or direction finding
Familiarity with communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN)
Experience with FPGA systems
Understanding of military standards (MIL-STD, DO-160, etc.)

What We Offer

Competitive salary, stock options and benefits, including health, vision and dental.

401K enrollment at 90 days.

Generous PTO + most Federal Holidays observed.

Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Access to the latest tools and technologies.

High levels of responsibility and autonomy.

Professional growth and development opportunities.

Access to the hardest problems in electronic warfare.

*Please note our interview process concludes with in-person interview and whiteboarding exercise (required).

CX2 is a next-generation defense technology company securing spectrum dominance for the United States and its allies. We build AI-enabled hardware and software platforms to detect, disrupt, and defend the electromagnetic spectrum across land, air, sea, and space. Our systems are deployed in the most contested operational environments in the world. We’re backed by leading venture investors in the defense ecosystem and led by founders with track records at Meta, SpaceX, Epirus, and the U.S. Department of Defense.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CX2 is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in compliance with the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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About the Company

CX2

Autonomous AI-powered RF threat detection platform

CX2 creates AI-enabled hardware and software to manage the electromagnetic spectrum for military use. Its platform autonomously detects, classifies, and counters RF threats at the tactical edge, providing spectrum awareness and the option to visually confirm threats via high‑resolution imaging, even in GPS-denied environments. The system is modular and hardware-agnostic, so it can be deployed on drones and vehicles, enabling faster updates and lower costs than traditional electronic warfare systems. The company aims to help the U.S. military and its allies rapidly identify and respond to RF threats, standing out through its leadership team’s blend of military, defense, and tech experience and its at‑the‑edge, AI-powered approach.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Series A
Total funding: $46M
Headquarters: El Segundo, CA
Founded: 2024

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