Sierra Nevada Corporation

Electrical Engineer III

Sierra Nevada Corporation$95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in electrical engineering or related role.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • Experience creating and interpreting wiring diagrams, electrical schematics and wire harness drawings.
  • Proficiency in electrical harness design and testing techniques.
  • Experience with Computer Aided Design software.
  • Ability to work on-site in an aircraft production environment.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot discrepancies in electrical designs to ensure production lines operate smoothly.
  • Interpret electrical engineering drawings and advise technicians on design requirements.
  • Incorporate drawing changes and product improvements using CAD tools.
  • Generate engineering dispositions for non-conforming conditions during testing.
  • Participate in design reviews and advise remote teams on production requirements.

Benefits

  • Generous medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • 3 weeks paid time off.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
Full Job Description
As an Electrical Engineer III, you will lead the design, development, and validation of electrical/electronic systems for aerospace and defense projects. You will be responsible for understanding complex circuits, overseeing testing, and ensuring the successful integration of electrical/electronic systems.

Responsibilities:
  • Troubleshoot discrepancies in electrical designs to ensure our fast-paced production lines can continue without disruption
  • Interpret electrical engineering drawings and technical specifications, and advise technicians and quality inspectors on design requirements
  • Incorporate drawing changes and product improvement updates using CAD tools such as AutoCAD, Zuken or CATIA
  • Generate engineering dispositions for non-conforming conditions that occur during on-aircraft assembly and testing, ensuring solutions adhere to stringent quality and airworthiness requirements
  • Participate in design reviews and advise remote design engineering teams on requirements and limitations specific to assembly and test in the production environment


Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related role.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • Experience creating and interpreting wiring diagrams, electrical schematics and wire harness drawings
  • Proficiency in electrical harness design and testing techniques
  • Experience with Computer Aided Design software
  • Ability to work on-site in an aircraft production environment
  • Ability to function independently and communicate effectively with team members located remotely at different work sites


Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Background in the aerospace, aviation, or defense industry
  • Experience with Military or FAA airworthiness standards for aircraft electrical systems
  • Experience interpreting and applying industry standards such as MIL-STD/MIL-SPEC, NAS, SAE, etc.
  • Experience designing and analyzing electronic signal interconnect and power systems for aircraft
  • Experience working with digital Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools
  • Experience working with aerospace and aviation industry-standard electrical design principles and manufacturing and production processes


Essential Functions:
  • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
  • Ability to travel as required.
  • Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
  • Precision in designing, testing and troubleshooting electrical/electronic systems and components.
  • Ability to analyze complex electrical/electronic systems and evaluate performance data to identify problems and improve designs.
  • Applying systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to diagnose and resolve electrical/electronic issues.
  • Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management.
  • Ability to understand technical documents, electrical/electronic schematics, and electronic instrument measurements.
  • Ability to handle small components, tools, and equipment with precision.


This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

About Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is an American privately held electronic systems provider and systems integrator specializing in microsatellites, telemedicine, and commercial orbital transportation services. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Sparks, Nevada. SNC has a workforce of over 4,000 employees and operates in 33 locations in 19 U.S. states, United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, and Australia. The company's products and services include spacecraft, aircraft, electronics, and cyber security. SNC is committed to providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve their goals.
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Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1980

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