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:
- Lead the design and development of electrical/electronic systems.
- In some applications, lead development of circuit card assemblies.
- Lead implementation of electrical wiring design practices.
- Oversee the testing and validation of electronic systems and components.
- Perform advanced troubleshooting and debugging of electronic circuits.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including designs, test plans, and results.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.
- Participate in and lead design reviews, providing expert technical insights.
- Mentor and train junior engineers, fostering technical growth.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes.
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.
- Advanced proficiency in electrical/electronic design and validation techniques.
- Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
- Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools.
- Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
- Exposure to electrical/electronic Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and System Safety Assessment (SSA) concepts.
- Experience using Altium Designer or other industry PCB CAD tools.
- Experience in PCB fabrication processes, limitations, design rules, and best practice.
- Experience in applying relevant IPC standards, CID, CID+ certification.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and apply best practices appropriate for each design.
- Experience with designing and routing communications protocols such as I2C, RS-485, SPI, UART, USB, Ethernet, PCIE.
- Ability to obtain and maintain United States Secret security clearance.
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Extensive experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for electrical applications.
- Strong understanding of aerospace and defense industry standards and practices.
- Exposure to simulations through functional and logical models and system analysis.
- Experience composing an Electrical Load Analysis (ELA).
- Experience with circuit modeling, simulation, and analysis.
- Knowledge of industry-standard electrical design principles, to include, but not limited to model-based definition, electrical component selection, manufacturing, and production processes.
- Familiarity with Effects (EME) to include Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI).
- Familiarity with design requirements related to High Intensity Radiated Field (HIRF) and Indirect Effects of Lightning (IEL).
- Experience in digital or analog circuit design and schematic capture.
- Understanding of the printed circuit board layout process and tools.
- Familiar with basic signal and power integrity rules.
- Experience in Integration and Test (I&T) for multi-system electronics.
- Experienced in troubleshooting issues during PCB bring up, system I&T activities.
- Experienced in full PCB design lifecycle, from schematic development through layout, including close collaboration with Mechanical Engineering for packaging constraints, and mounting solutions.
- Previous experience with missile system development programs.
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.
Estimated Starting Salary Range: $108,496.89 - $149,183.22. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
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 .