Electrical Design Engineer

Ontic$95K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • 5 years of relevant experience in electrical design engineering or related technical field.
  • Proficient in reading and creating engineering drawings and technical documentation.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

  • Support design and development of electrical components and systems.
  • Implement obsolescence management strategies for legacy products.
  • Participate in counterfeit parts prevention initiatives.
  • Design and validate test methods and acceptance procedures.
  • Collaborate with various teams on manufacturing process improvements.
  • Create and release engineering documentation and specifications.
  • Investigate production issues to identify corrective actions.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on both legacy and new aerospace products.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Focus on critical commercial and defense aerospace programs.
  • Hands-on engineering challenges with a focus on problem-solving.
  • Contribution to the growth and success of the organization.
Full Job Description

Electrical Design Engineer

Ontic is seeking a motivated and technically driven Electrical Design Engineer to join our Sustainment and Design Engineering team in Creedmoor, NC. This role offers the opportunity to work across both legacy aerospace products and new product development, supporting critical commercial and defense aerospace programs. The ideal candidate will bring strong electrical engineering fundamentals, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to solve complex technical challenges while contributing to the continued growth and success of our organization.

What You Will Be Doing

Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) Engineering Support

  • Support new product design and development activities, including EEE component selection, circuit board design, and system integration.
  • Develop and implement electrical obsolescence management and mitigation strategies for legacy products.
  • Participate in enterprise counterfeit parts prevention and mitigation initiatives.
  • Design, develop, and validate test methods, test equipment, and acceptance test procedures.
  • Support design reviews and technical assessments for both legacy and newly developed electronic systems.

Materials and Processes Engineering

  • Support the design and manufacture of printed wiring boards (PWBs), printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), electrical interconnect systems, and wire harness assemblies.
  • Develop, improve, and maintain manufacturing processes, material specifications, and engineering standards across legacy aerospace products.
  • Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to develop practical engineering solutions.
  • Create, review, revise, and release engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Investigate and resolve nonconformances, production issues, and design-related challenges while supporting demanding production schedules.

Manufacturing and Supplier Support

  • Provide engineering support for the manufacture and assembly of wire harnesses, electrical panels, shelves, and related aerospace hardware.
  • Partner with suppliers and internal manufacturing teams to interpret, refine, and improve process specifications and work instructions.
  • Perform root cause analysis and failure investigations to identify corrective and preventive actions.
  • Resolve manufacturing, production, and obsolescence-related issues affecting product performance, quality, and delivery.

Qualifications and Experience

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design engineering or a closely related technical field.
  • Experience reading, interpreting, and creating engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering and manufacturing environment.

Preferred

  • Aerospace industry experience supporting commercial and/or defense programs.
  • Experience with analog and digital electronics design.
  • Experience with PCB design, wire harness design, and electrical interconnect systems.
  • Experience using Altium Designer, LabVIEW, or similar electrical design software.
  • Experience using Solidworks 3D modeling software
  • Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and automated test systems.
  • Familiarity with obsolescence management, counterfeit parts prevention, and aerospace industry standards.

Compensation Pay Range

95k-120k

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About Ontic

Ontic is a security management platform that helps companies identify and mitigate physical security risks. The platform provides a centralized location for security teams to manage incidents, track assets, and communicate with stakeholders. Ontic's technology is used by companies in a variety of industries, including healthcare, finance, and technology. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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