General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

PC Board Designer IV

Poway, CA 92064In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in PC board design
  • Familiarity with CAD software, specifically PADS Power PCB and PADS Power Logic
  • Strong understanding of electrical schematics and PCB layout principles
  • Knowledge of ANSI Y4.15 drawing principles and IPC Standards
  • Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of innovative PC board design solutions for complex products
  • Collaborate with engineering teams on design concepts and progress
  • Oversee PC board design projects or programs as required
  • Utilize CAD software to create complex schematics and PCB layouts
  • Ensure designs meet established standards and specifications, identifying errors and recommending changes
  • Document designs and create detailed PCB layouts while identifying potential design issues
  • Coordinate with PCB vendors for the manufacturing of PC boards and electronic assemblies

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on advanced aerospace technologies
  • Collaborative and innovative team environment
  • Potential for further career development in electrical engineering
  • Engagement in projects with a significant impact on national security
  • Company commitment to diversity and inclusive hiring practices
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity in Poway, CA for a PC Board Designer in our Electrical Engineering Department.

With little supervision, this position assists engineers in the design and development of complex and detailed layouts of printed circuit boards. Provides creative technical solutions to working plans, detailed drawings, and completed electrical drawings of printed circuit (PC) board components and assemblies for a wide variety of complex products and components of products. Works from preliminary schematics, notes, part lists, rough or detailed sketches, a basic description of the board function, and configuration and arrangement as defined by engineering. Establishes design standards and configurations. Verifies completed design elements while checking dimensions, materials to be used and quantities. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at major milestones or at completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. May provide direction to less experienced PC board designers and support staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provides leadership in developing practicable and innovative PC board design solutions for assigned complex products and components of products.
  • Interacts with engineering staff on PC board design concepts and progress.
  • May be assigned PC board design oversight of a project or program.
  • Using CAD specialty engineering design software PADS Power PCB and PADS Power Logic (PCAD 8.5 optional), develops complex Schematics, PC board layouts and drawings, and details related structural assemblies and devices.
  • Validates conformity to design standards and specifications and identifies design errors and other deficiencies, and recommends changes.
  • Makes engineering computations and develops designs utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software, and makes adjustments in drawings and specifications.
  • Provides documentation including schematics and PC board layouts and identifies design issues.
  • Archives engineering data files per company configuration control procedures, and interacts with PCB vendors to coordinate the manufacturing of PC boards and electronic assemblies.
  • May provide direction to less experienced PC board designers and support staff.
  • Remains current in CAD techniques, ANSI Y4.15 drawing principles, IPC Standards or equivalent, as well as appropriate specialty design software and associated applications.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
  • Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1955

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