Electrical Engineer 2

Cirrus Aircraft

$70K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering required
  • 2-6 years' experience in general aviation avionics development/integration
  • Strong knowledge of aviation or automotive electrical system design
  • Proficient in circuit board design and power distribution
  • Experience with lab equipment like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers
  • Familiarity with design software such as CREO, Matlab, and Eagle
  • Strong technical writing and presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Design and test aircraft electrical systems including power generation and storage
  • Integrate electrical systems with mechanical and avionics components
  • Generate certification plans and reports to meet FAA requirements
  • Coordinate design development with subcontractors
  • Analyze circuit design and electromagnetic effects
  • Provide ongoing engineering support for electrical systems
  • Conduct troubleshooting and analysis of electrical system issues

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, vision, and dental
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account contributions
  • Well-being programs including mental health support
  • 401(k) plan with generous employer match after 90 days
  • PTO starting at 120 hours accrued in the first year
  • Paid holiday, parental leave, and time for jury duty
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
  • Exclusive discounts for employees
  • Engagement through company clubs and community events
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Assist the Electrical Engineering department with the design, integration, and testing of electrical systems on Cirrus aircraft and/or test benches. Systems include power generation and distribution, and analog circuit design.

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
  • Responsible for the design, testing, certification, and ongoing engineering support of various aspects of aircraft electrical systems such as power generation and storage, power distribution, wire harness design, etc.
  • Support mechanical and avionics systems with electrical integration details, including circuit design and analysis and electromagnetic effects/radiated field analysis and troubleshooting.
  • Coordinate design development and system integration with subcontractors.
  • Generate certification plans and reports to meet FAR Part 23 requirements.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering (or equivalent) required
  • 2-6 years' experience with general aviation avionics development/integration
  • Aviation or automotive electrical system design
  • Circuit board design and analysis
  • Power generation and distribution
  • Use of lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and data acquisition equipment
  • Experience using CREO, Matlab, Eagle, VBA, or similar programs
  • Working in a multifunction team
  • Performing trade studies
  • Reading and writing technical documents, such as design specifications, analysis reports, test plans, and test reports.
  • Presenting design reviews to peers and management
  • Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of the organization
  • Handle multiple activities simultaneously and ensure accurate and timely completion of tasks.
  • Aviation and Pilot experience preferred
  • Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write and speak the English language
  • Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner
  • Ability to work both independently and within a cross-functional team
  • Ability to efficiently learn new skills and manage multiple tasks
  • Use of lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio)
  • Familiarity with Atlassian JIRA, PTC Windchill PDM, and PTC Creo tools preferred
  • Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write and speak the English language
  • Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner
  • Ability to work both independently and within a cross-functional team
  • Ability to efficiently learn new skills and manage multiple tasks
  • Use of lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio)
  • Familiarity with Atlassian JIRA, PTC Windchill PDM, and PTC Creo tools preferred

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
  • Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
  • Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
  • 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
  • PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 120 hours accrued within the first year
  • Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
  • Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
  • Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
  • Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations


These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
  • Drives Results
  • Resourcefulness
  • Self-Development
  • Tech Savvy

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

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