Level 3 Communications, Inc

Sr. Associate, Electrical Engineer

Level 3 Communications, Inc$88K — $105K *
Plano, TX 75025In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience, or a graduate degree and up to 2 years of experience.
  • 6 years of practical experience can substitute for formal education.
  • Experience with designing electrical systems for military/commercial aircraft or ground systems is essential.
  • U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance purposes.
  • Active Secret Clearance or higher is preferred. Leadership experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop electrical systems for military and commercial aircraft integration.
  • Create wiring diagrams and control panels using Capital Harness and CAD tools.
  • Research and prepare engineering drawings, coordinating with different departments to ensure cost-effective designs.
  • Lead a small team of engineers to break down project requirements and provide updates on work status.
  • Mentor junior engineers to enhance team skills and capabilities.
  • Familiarize with L3Harris Technical Process Specifications and related practices.
  • Be prepared to travel to aircraft environments for testing and integration.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and advancement within a team-focused environment.
  • Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology in the aviation sector.
  • Potential for leadership growth by leading projects and mentoring junior staff.
  • Access to a variety of projects over different aircraft platforms.
  • Comprehensive support for acquiring and maintaining necessary security clearances.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Sr. Associate, Electrical Engineer

Job Code: 44135

Job Location: Plano, TX (On-Site)

Job Schedule: 1st Shift 9/80

Job Description:

The Sr. Associate, 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 two (2) years of experience designing and developing electrical systems for the integration of electronic equipment on military/commercial aircraft and ground systems.
  • Graduate degree with zero (0) to 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 six (6) 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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