Electrical Engineer V/VI

Zone 5 Technologies

$171K — $230K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with 5+ years in UAS or aerospace systems.
  • Expertise in Altium and circuit design tools.
  • Advanced knowledge of analog and digital circuits, power systems, and CAN bus communication.
  • Strong leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and testing of advanced electrical systems for UAS platforms.
  • Oversee small-to-large-scale electrical engineering projects, ensuring timely and quality deliverables.
  • Develop and debug complex microcontroller systems, circuits, and power supply designs.
  • Optimize wire harness production and documentation using Altium.
  • Collaborate with mechanical and software engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex circuit issues and guide junior engineers.
  • Lead electrical system integration and testing for UAS flight tests.
  • Train and mentor junior engineers to promote a collaborative environment.

Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
  • 401k with company match
  • 4 weeks of paid time off annually
  • 12 annual company holidays
Full Job Description
The Electrical Engineer V/VI is a senior-level role focused on leading the development and optimization of complex electrical systems for UAS platforms. This position includes driving innovation in circuit design, leading cross-disciplinary projects, and mentoring junior engineers to ensure the delivery of high-quality systems.

Responsibilities:
  • Leadership in Electrical Design: Lead the design, development, and testing of advanced electrical systems for UAS platforms.
  • Project Management: Oversee small-to-large-scale electrical engineering projects, ensuring on-time and high-quality deliverables.
  • Advanced Circuit Development: Develop and debug complex microcontroller systems, circuits, and power supply designs.
  • Wire Harness Production: Oversee and optimize wire harness production and documentation, utilizing Altium.
  • System Integration: Collaborate with mechanical and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
  • Troubleshooting Expertise: Diagnose and resolve advanced circuit issues and provide guidance to junior engineers.
  • Flight Test Support: Lead electrical system integration and testing for UAS flight tests.
  • Mentorship: Train and mentor junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative engineering environment.
  • Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all designs meet industry standards and maintain detailed technical documentation.

Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Experience: 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years in UAS or aerospace systems.
  • Skills:
    • Expertise in Altium and circuit design tools.
    • Advanced knowledge of analog and digital circuits, power systems, and CAN bus communication.
    • Proven ability to address and close non-conformance issues.
    • Strong leadership and project management skills.
    • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience in production environments and avionics systems.
    • Proven track record of leading successful UAS-related electrical projects.
    • Knowledge of advanced electrical testing procedures and tools.

Pay Range by level for Fort Worth, TX:

Level V - $171,000 - $199,000

Level VI - $199,000 - $230,000

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Pay range for this role

$171,000-$230,000 USD

What's in it for you:

Benefits:
  • Competitive total compensation package
  • Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
  • 401k with company-match
  • 4 weeks of paid time off each year
  • 12 annual company holidays

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team!

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