Electrical Engineer - Aircraft Systems Integration

Saratech

• $90K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Experience in electrical systems integration with wiring and signal interfaces
  • Proficiency in an electrical CAD tool (e.g., Visual Engineer, AutoCAD Electrical)
  • Knowledge of digital and analog electrical interfaces
  • Ability to engage in hands-on test and integration activities

Responsibilities

  • Perform electrical engineering design for aircraft systems integration
  • Support avionics upgrades, power distribution, and electrical interfaces
  • Apply electrical requirements and develop design solutions
  • Execute electrical interface and power test plans
  • Conduct verification testing in both laboratory and aircraft environments
  • Troubleshoot electrical interface and integration issues
  • Generate technical documentation and reports
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and test teams

Benefits

  • Full-time or long-term contract employment
  • Opportunity to work in hands-on environments
  • Chance to engage in multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Potential for mentorship roles at senior levels
  • Access to training and professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Saratech is supporting a confidential aerospace client on advanced aircraft systems integration programs and is seeking Electrical Engineers at multiple experience levels.

This role involves electrical design, integration, and test support for complex aircraft systems, including avionics upgrades and power distribution. Candidates will work closely with multidisciplinary teams in a hands-on engineering environment supporting both laboratory and on-aircraft activities.
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform electrical engineering design for aircraft systems integration
  • Support avionics upgrades, power distribution, and electrical interfaces
  • Apply electrical requirements, design solutions, and integration approaches
  • Develop and execute electrical interface and power test plans
  • Perform verification testing in laboratory and aircraft environments
  • Troubleshoot and resolve electrical interface and integration issues
  • Generate professional drawings, technical documentation, and reports
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and test teams

(Senior and Lead levels may additionally serve as task leads, mentor junior engineers, and support schedule/budget management.)
Required Qualifications (Level-Dependent)
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience in electrical systems integration involving wiring and signal interfaces
  • Proficiency with at least one electrical CAD tool (e.g., Visual Engineer, AutoCAD Electrical, Capital Harness)
  • Understanding of both digital and analog electrical interfaces, including voltage drop, timing, and signal integrity considerations
  • Ability to support hands-on test and integration activities

Experience Levels:
  • Specialist: ~4+ years relevant experience (or equivalent)
  • Senior Specialist: ~6+ years relevant experience (or equivalent)
  • Lead: ~9+ years relevant experience (or equivalent), including technical leadership
Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Familiarity with aerospace and military electrical design standards (e.g., wiring, power, EMI/EMC, system safety)
  • Experience supporting aircraft modification or upgrade programs
  • Prior involvement in verification testing and on-platform integration
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
  • Interest or experience in mentoring junior engineers (senior levels)
Work Environment & Requirements
  • Ability to work onsite at a client facility
  • Ability to travel occasionally for business needs (
  • Ability to work overtime as required
  • Ability to work in aircraft and hangar environments, including physical access to aircraft interiors
Security Requirements
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship required
Employment Type
  • Full-time or long-term contract
  • Competitive compensation based on experience and level
Additional Information

This role supports a confidential client program. Specific project details, location, and client identity will be shared later in the interview process.

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