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Electrical Engineer III

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Lead design, development, testing, and integration of aerospace electrical/electronic systems and circuit card assemblies. Oversee wiring design, validation, troubleshooting, and documentation. Participate in design reviews, mentor junior engineers, ensure regulatory compliance (EWIS, FMEA/SSA), and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Travel up to 10% and support continuous engineering process improvements.
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Are you ready to unleash your technical creativity? Dream, Innovate, Inspire and Empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination! As an Electrical Engineer III, you will lead the design, development, and validation of electrical/electronic systems for aerospace and defense projects. You will be responsible for understanding complex circuits, overseeing testing, and ensuring the successful integration of electrical/electronic systems.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and development of electrical/electronic systems.

  • In some applications, lead development of circuit card assemblies.

  • Lead implementation of electrical wiring design practices.

  • Oversee the testing and validation of electronic systems and components.

  • Perform advanced troubleshooting and debugging of electronic circuits.

  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including designs, test plans, and results.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.

  • Participate in and lead design reviews, providing expert technical insights.

  • Mentor and train junior engineers, fostering technical growth.

  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

  • 6+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related role.

  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.

  • Advanced proficiency in electrical/electronic design and validation techniques.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

  • Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools.

  • Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.

  • Exposure to electrical/electronic system federal rules and regulations, including Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) requirements.

  • Exposure to electrical/electronic Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and System Safety Assessment (SSA) concepts.

  • Must be willing and able to travel up to 10% of the time for business needs

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field.

  • Extensive experience with  Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for electrical applications.

  • Strong understanding of aerospace and defense industry standards and practices.

  • Exposure to simulations through functional and logical models and system analysis.

  • Experience composing an Electrical Load Analysis (ELA).

  • Experience with circuit modeling, simulation, and analysis.

  • Knowledge of industry-standard electrical design principles, to include, but not limited to model-based definition, electrical component selection, manufacturing, and production processes.

  • Familiarity with Effects (EME) to include Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI).

  • Familiarity with design requirements related to High Intensity Radiated Field (HIRF) and Indirect Effects of Lightning (IEL).

  • Experience in digital or analog circuit design and schematic capture.

  • Understanding of the printed circuit board layout process and tools.

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.

  • Ability to travel as required.

  • Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

  • Precision in designing, testing and troubleshooting electrical/electronic systems and components.

  • Ability to analyze complex electrical/electronic systems and evaluate performance data to identify problems and improve designs.

  • Applying systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to diagnose and resolve electrical/electronic issues.

  • Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management.

  • Ability to understand technical documents, electrical/electronic schematics, and electronic instrument measurements.

  • Ability to handle small components, tools, and equipment with precision. 

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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