Level 3 Communications, Inc

Specialist, Electrical Engineer

Level 3 Communications, Inc$95K — $115K *
Plano, TX 75025In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 4 years of relevant experience or a graduate degree with 2 years of relevant experience.
  • At least 8 years of experience in electrical systems design can substitute for a degree.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this role.
  • Experience with military/commercial aircraft integration is crucial.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Design electrical systems for military and commercial aircraft integration.
  • Create system wiring diagrams and design control panels using CAD and PLM Software.
  • Conduct load analysis and develop power distribution systems.
  • Lead a small team in implementing electronic subsystems as directed by platform leads.
  • Mentor junior engineers on best practices and design processes.
  • Collaborate with systems engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to meet design specifications.
  • Ensure compliance with technical processes and specifications throughout the design lifecycle.

Benefits

  • On-site work in a dynamic team environment in Plano, TX.
  • Participation in diverse tasks across various aircraft platforms.
  • Opportunities for professional development through training and mentorship.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technologies in avionics and electrical systems.
  • Potential for travel related to flight line and hangar environments.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Specialist, Electrical Engineer

Job Code: 42341

Job Location: Plano, TX (On-Site)

Job Schedule: 1st Shift 9/80

Job Description:

The Specialist, Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing electrical systems for the integration of electronic equipment on military/commercial aircraft and ground stations. The design includes creating system wiring diagrams using the Capital Harness System tool as well as circuit breaker panels, control panels and other items using Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools.

Essential Functions:

  • Designs can include development of Avionics Systems, RF, LAN, Data Processing, Sensor Systems, Power Distribution Systems, Electrical Loads analysis, Load shedding scheme to name a few, along with the opportunity to support testing and integration of systems on the aircraft.
  • Can work on a wide variety of tasks and aircraft systems on various aircraft platforms.
  • Create and review system wiring diagrams, circuit breaker panels, control panels and other items using PLM Software and CAD (Computer Aided Design) tools, such as Capital Harness, NX, and TeamCenter.
  • Research and preparation of engineering drawings, and coordination of design activities with Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production to ensure that designs meet requirements at minimum cost.
  • Lead a small team of electrical design engineers to implement electronic subsystems by breaking down requirements and work packages, providing drawing status, and budget estimates to platform leads.
  • Train and mentor junior engineers.
  • Learn and become familiar with L3Harris Technical Process Specifications and related design practices and methodologies.
  • Good computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
  • Interpret SOW, requirements and Systems Defintion.
  • Must be able to travel to and from flight line and work in aircraft hangar environments. (some positions will require the ability to board/exit aircraft)
  • Willingness to travel or relocate, if necessary.
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with four (4) years of experience designing and developing electrical systems for the integration of electronic equipment on military/commercial aircraft and ground systems.
  • Graduate degree with two (2) years of experience designing and developing electrical systems for the integration of electronic equipment on military/commercial aircraft and ground systems.
  • In lieu of a degree, minimum of eight (8) years of experience designing and developing electrical systems for the integration of electronic equipment on military/commercial aircraft and ground systems.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.


Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Active Secret Clearance or Higher.
  • Leadership experience.

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