Job Summary:As a Senior Electrical Engineer at AVT Simulation, you will be responsible for the design, development, and integration of electrical systems and components for our advanced training simulators. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and subject matter experts to create innovative solutions that meet customer requirements and drive the success of our training systems.
Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks- Electrical System Design: Utilize your expertise in electrical engineering principles to design, analyze, and optimize electrical systems and components for AVT simulators. This includes developing electrical schematics, conducting circuit analysis, selecting appropriate components, and ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards.
- System Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with other subsystems, such as mechanical, software, and simulation hardware. Conduct thorough testing and validation of integrated systems to ensure functionality and performance.
- Requirements Analysis: Work closely with customers, project managers, and subject matter experts to understand and translate user requirements into technical specifications for electrical systems. Conduct feasibility studies and trade-off analyses to determine the most effective and efficient design approach.
- Hardware Development: Design and oversee the development of custom circuit boards, wiring harnesses, power systems, and other electrical components. Coordinate with external suppliers and manufacturers to ensure timely and accurate production of electrical hardware.
- Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, test plans, and technical reports. Communicate project status, risks, and make recommendations stakeholders.
- Quality Assurance: Adhere to industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements throughout the design and development process. Implement robust quality control measures to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of electrical systems.
- Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Identify and resolve electrical issues during system development, integration, and testing. Provide technical support for ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting of deployed simulators.
- Leadership and Mentorship: Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their professional development, and promoting a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Installation and Instruction: Travel required to customer locations to construct, test, deliver simulators, and train customers on their operation, system maintenance, and trouble shooting.
Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
QualificationsMinimum Requirements- Bachelors in electrical engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience (typically 8+ years) in electrical engineering, with a focus on designing and developing electrical systems and components. Experience in the defense or aerospace industry is highly desirable. Prior experience with virtual simulation systems or similar complex systems is a significant advantage.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in electrical design software, such as Altium Designer, AutoCAD, MATLAB, PSpice, or OrCAD. Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, digital and analog circuit design, and power distribution systems. Familiarity with simulation software and virtual reality technologies is beneficial.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities: Ability to analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives, and develop practical solutions. Strong attention to detail and a systematic approach to troubleshooting electrical issues.
- Communication and Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Adaptability and Flexibility: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and take on new challenges.
Essential Mental Requirements- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent decision-making skills.
- Must be able to work effectively on a team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Possesses strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
Essential Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
This is a role that requires hands on work with various simulators and equipment requiring standing for several hours, inclusive of heavy lifting and repetitive tasks.
Equipment/Software/Tools Used- Computer
- MS Office Suite
- Computer-Assisted Design software (Solidworks, AutoCad, etc...)
- Precision measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, etc....)
- 3D scanning tools
