avionics engineer

NATILUS

<div>
 Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics.
 
 
 By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation
 
 
 
 Work Summary:
 
 
 
 Natilus is seeking an
 
 Avionics and Electrical Engineer
 
 to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and integrating aircraft avionics and electrical systems, including electrical architecture development, power distribution design, grounding network design, and system-level integration.
 
 
 
 Main Responsibilities:
 
 
 
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 Develop, design, and integrate aircraft level electrical and avionics systems
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 Analyze and manage total aircraft electrical loads and distribution networks
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 Design robust and redundant power distribution systems
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 Perform system level trade studies and interface with suppliers to develop the aircraft avionics system
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 Work across teams to manage the integration of the electrical and avionics systems
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 Design and integrate aircraft level grounding systems for composite airframes
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 A minimum of 7 years of directly related work experience
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 Bachelor of Science in Aerospace or Mechanical engineering or equivalent work experience
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 Fundamental knowledge of aircraft electrical subsystems &amp; associated requirements
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 Experience with electrical system architecture and analysis
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 Strong understanding of aircraft grounding
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 Experience with composite airframe electrical system development
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 Proficiency in NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks
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 Experience planning and executing various system tests
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 Electrical harness design, build and installation
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 Capable of working with teammates to determine electrical load &amp; wiring requirements for aircraft components
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 Experience establishing requirements, developing schematic drawings, creating a bill of materials and designing electrical power systems
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 Executing and leading systems tests and checkouts
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 Desire to work in a manufacturing environment working with techs and a multidisciplinary engineering team
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 Understanding of Part 23 requirements
 
 
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 Core Behaviors:
 
 
 
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 Build trust through ownership, transparency, and follow-through
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 Communicates clearly, directly, and respectfully across teams
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 Lead by example and model expected behaviors
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 Ability to give and receive direct, constructive feedback
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 Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with evolving priorities
 
 
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 Travel Requirements:
 
 
 
 Occasional travel and on-site work at the local hangar may be required
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 Health Care Plan (Medica, Dental, Vision)
 
 
 Retirement Plan - 401k
 
 
 Unlimited PTO
 
 
 Onsite Gym Access
 
 
 Natilus Inc. hires solely based on qualifications, merit and competence. Natilus Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Natilus Inc. does not hire on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
 
 
 
 Please note: Recruiters will never ask for sensitive personal or financial information during the application phase
 
</div>

Avionics & Electrical Engineer

EDGE

<div>
 
 Overview:
 
 
 
 Engineer 2 in the Electrical &amp; Communication Team at Platform Integration performs technical execution and support activities related to electrical power and communication systems , and software-enabled test tools. The role contributes to platform integration, automated testing, and data analysis through coding, scripting, and tool development in compliance with approved engineering standards and procedures.
 
 
 
 Key Accountabilities:
 
 
 
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 Electrical &amp; Communication Integration Execution
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 Execute integration tasks related to power distribution, wiring, connectors, and communication interfaces in accordance with approved drawings and ICDs
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 Test Tool Development &amp; Automation Support
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 Execute development and enhancement of software tools, scripts, or utilities to assist electrical and communication testing, monitoring, and validation activities.
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 Testing &amp; Verification Support
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 Execute bench, laboratory, and ground test activities and support execution of ATPs, test procedures, and automated test scripts.
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 Technical Documentation
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 Preparation and updating of integration, test, and tool-related documentation including ATPs, ATRs, user guides, and test logs.
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 Issue Identification &amp; Troubleshooting
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 Support basic troubleshooting and fault isolation of electrical, communication, or software-related test issues.
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 Configuration &amp; Tool Management
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 Execute configuration control for test tools, scripts, and integration records in accordance with project requirements following platform integration applications.
 
 
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 Experience &amp; Qualification
 
 
 
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 4-6+ years of experience in electrical, communication, or avionics engineering, preferably in platform integration, testing, or systems engineering environments.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
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 Fundamental knowledge of electrical power distribution and communication systems.
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 Intermediate experience in software development or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C/C++, LabVIEW).
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 Knowledge of MIL-STD-1553/1760 standards
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 Familiarity with test equipment, bench testing, and automated test environments.
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</div>

Engineer II - Electrical and Communication

Northrop Grumman

<div>RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Description</h2>
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work &mdash; and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman&rsquo;s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Staff Electrical Engineer &ndash; Command &amp; Data Handling (C&amp;DH) for the Vehicle &amp; Software Engineering directorate in Gilbert, Arizona, you&rsquo;ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. 
We are seeking a highly experienced and technically authoritative Electrical Engineer to lead the architecture, design, and implementation of Command and Data Handling (C&amp;DH) systems for advanced spacecraft platforms. The Staff Electrical Engineer &ndash; Command &amp; Data Handling (C&amp;DH) will be responsible for the electrical system design, architecture, and the avionics that control spacecraft functions, manage internal and external data flows, store data, receive commands, and transmit data to ground stations or other satellites. This position also entails driving system‑level electrical design across flight hardware, ensuring robust, reliable, and scalable data and control architectures. 
The selected candidate will serve as a key technical leader, influencing cross‑disciplinary teams spanning avionics, software, guidance/navigation/control (GNC), and mission operations.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:<ul><li>
Lead the end-to-end architecture of spacecraft Command &amp; Data Handling systems, including data buses, processing units, and system interfaces.</li><li>
Define and own electrical system architecture, ensuring alignment across C&amp;DH, electrical subsystems, and harness design</li><li>
Drive design and integration of:<ul><li>
Flight computers and embedded processing systems</li><li>
Data buses (e.g., SpaceWire, CAN, Ethernet, RS-422/485)</li><li>
Telemetry, command, and fault management systems</li></ul></li><li>
Establish and maintain system-level requirements, interface control documents (ICDs), and verification strategies</li><li>
Oversee hardware/software integration, ensuring seamless interaction between flight software and electrical systems</li><li>
Perform electrical interface compatibility verifications and verify electrical connectivity implementation (e.g. verify electrical harness implementation, safety-critical circuit segregation, support peer-reviews).</li><li>
Guide and review harness architecture and implementation, ensuring reliability, manufacturability, and maintainability</li><li>
Lead design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) and support mission readiness activities</li><li>
Mentor junior engineers and act as a technical authority across multiple programs</li><li>
Manage hardware command and telemetry implementation (e.g. develop and coordinate calibration and conversion curves for analog telemetry in coordination subsystem engineers, verify electrical/software implementation).</li><li>
Identify Electrical Systems and C&amp;DH risks, develop risk mitigation plans for selected risks, and implement mitigations.</li><li>
Interface with design and manufacturing groups to monitor component production process/progress to include Integration &amp; Test (I&amp;T) and relaying that status to management along with potential solutions to stay on target.</li><li>
Provide technical oversight to ensure the C&amp;DH electrical system is compliant and verifiable at the avionics digital and analog telemetry level.</li><li>
Lead the costing &amp; scheduling development for the C&amp;DH subsystem on major programs from initial RFP efforts through end of program life. Develop cost estimates for proposals and programs as required.</li><li>
Manage program execution from a technical perspective, meeting deadlines, juggling multiple projects, and collaborating with various engineering disciplines and internal/external customers.</li>
Ability to travel to other Northrop Grumman sites or customer locations (<li> 10 % travel)</li></ul>
Basic Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) discipline with 12+ years of relevant engineering experience OR Master&rsquo;s degree in a STEM discipline with 10+ years of relevant engineering experience OR Ph.D. in a STEM discipline with 8+ years of relevant engineering experience</li><li>
Demonstrated technical expertise in Electrical Systems or C&amp;DH subsystem engineering</li><li>
Prior work experience in flight hardware development, including Material Review Boards (MRB), Parts, Materials &amp; Processes (PM&amp;P), procurement, assembly documentation, and End Item Data Packages (EIDP).</li><li>
Must be able and willing to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Active DoD TS/SCI clearance</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Electrical Engineering</li><li>
Experience leading teams of engineers managing resources and schedules</li><li>
Experience with requirements tracking tool such as DOORS or CAMEO</li><li>
Digital design experience (MBSE)</li><li>
Experience developing FPGAs</li><li>
Strong verbal and written communications skills</li><li>
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and creating variance reports</li><li>
Hands-on mentality and a passion for fast-paced environments</li></ul>
Primary Level Salary Range: $152,900.00 - $229,300.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.</div>

Staff Electrical Engineer – Command & Data Handling (C&DH)

Blue Origin

<div>Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We&rsquo;re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.
We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedication and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin&rsquo;s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.
As part of a hardworking team, you will develop and execute design avionics electronic hardware.
This development team is tightly knit and very collaborative, with a variety of experience and backgrounds. We care about the success of our peers and are eager to help each other learn and grow.
Together we will build high-reliability, safety-critical avionics solutions.
Responsibilities:
This is a design leadership role requiring technical decision making, and directing the activities of a small team..
Interpret systems engineering and quality requirements as they apply to electrical product development.
Develop circuits, boards, and rugged electronic hardware assemblies across the entire product life-cycle; including concept and requirements definition, design, prototyping, verification (power-on, functional / acceptance / qualification testing) and release to production.
Support risk analyses, failure modes effects and criticality analyses (FMECA), design for test/manufacture/cost (DFx), and root-cause analysis of test discrepancies.
Manage design schedules of avionics subsystem.
Routinely present program status and issues.
Identify root cause failure modes using fault tree and fishbone methodologies.
Qualifications:
B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field with 10 years of professional experience of which 8+ years of direct experience in electronics hardware development.
Direct hands-on experience with analog, digital circuit design, analysis, test, and debug.
Knowledge of signal integrity, power, grounding, and general board layout principles.
Highly organized teammate with excellent technical skills (written and verbal)
Experience with data anomaly review and system troubleshooting in a lab or test environment.
Passion for Blue Origin&rsquo;s mission: Millions of people living and working in space.
Desired:
Graduate degree (or higher) in related engineering or technical field.
Expertise designing electronics in a space radiation environment is a plus.
Proven expertise crafting high-reliability, safety-critical, Class 3 board assemblies.
Understanding of mechanical packaging of avionics in harsh environmental conditions.
Power conversion electronics as applied to controlling BLDC motor
Knowledge of electric motor design and construction is a plus.
Knowledge of EMI issues related to high voltage design.
Proficiency using CAD layout tools to craft sophisticated printed circuit boards; and experience working with external board manufacturing and assembly vendors.
Exposure to designing safety or critically important aerospace flight hardware aligned with DO-254.
Exposure to development of high-reliability, radiation-tolerant, radiation-tolerant flight hardware intended for prolonged exposure to extreme space environments. 
Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $156,802.00 - $219,522.45
Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
Don&rsquo;t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your past experience doesn&rsquo;t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Export Control Regulations
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check<ul><li>
Required for all positions: Blue&rsquo;s Standard Background Check</li><li>
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation</li><li>
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.</li><li>
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical</li></ul>
Benefits<ul><li>
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.</li><li>
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.</li><li>
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
</li></ul>Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin&rsquo;s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
California Applicant Privacy Notice
If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.</div>

Electrical Design Engineer Sr

OnTarget Communications

<div>Only candidates with prior Engineering working experience in Aerospace will be considered
Model: Fully Onsite
Scope: Full Time
Location: Switzerland
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Lead cross‑functional systems engineering projects from concept through certification, with emphasis on resolving electrical system issues</li><li>
Lead and support the design and modification of electromechanical systems for aerospace applications</li><li>
Support mechanical systems engineers on integrating electrical components and subsystems</li><li>
Facilitate ground and flight tests</li><li>
Ensure systems comply with relevant aerospace certification standards (e.g., FAR/EASA 23)</li></ul><ul><li>
5+ years of experience in aerospace electromechanical system development and certification.</li><li>
Strong background in actuator or motor‑control electronics, hardware design, and complex troubleshooting.</li><li>
Practical experience with RTCA DO‑254 and certification of airborne electronic hardware.</li><li>
Expert with key aerospace standards, including avionics systems, software, hardware, and safety with related certifications</li><li>
Bachelors Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering.</li></ul>
Please send in your CV in English</div>

Systems Engineer Team Leader - Electromechanical

BAE Systems USA

<div>Job Description
 
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our depot-level avionics team. This role is critical to national defense, focusing on the design, development, and life-cycle support of Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and Test Program Sets (TPS). 
The successful candidate will provide direct engineering support to our production floor, ensuring our avionic systems are diagnosed, certified, and maintained to the highest standards of excellence as specified by official Technical Orders (TOs). 
 
Key Responsibilities 
Production Support: Actively engage with depot technicians, supervisors, and other support engineers on a daily basis to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve production test issues in real-time, ensuring minimal disruption to the repair and certification workflow. 
System Triage: Lead the diagnosis of complex test failures by collaborating with hardware and systems engineers to determine if the root cause lies in the Unit Under Test (UUT), the ATE, the Interface Test Adapter (ITA), or the TPS software. 
Technical Communication: Translate complex technical failures into understandable terms for technicians and provide detailed analysis for fellow engineers. This includes providing clear workarounds for the production floor and conducting detailed technical briefings for engineering peers. 
Continuous Improvement: Document recurring production issues and use that data to drive permanent improvements in the TPS software, ATE hardware, or test procedures to enhance reliability and reduce future downtime. 
Documentation: Author and maintain critical documents, including the Test Requirements Document (TRD), Test Design Document (TDD), and TPS Validation/Verification Procedures, ensuring all documentation is traceable to source Technical Orders. 
 
Required Education, Experience, &amp; Skills
 
<div>Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience 
 
Technical Skills:</div><div><ul><li>
Experience developing and debugging automated test programs using ATLAS/PAWS or similar test environments</li><li>
Proficiency in at least one: C/C++, Python, LabVIEW, or SCPI for instrument control and data processing</li><li>
Familiarity with test executive tools (e.g., NI TestStand) for sequencing and results management</li><li>
Strong understanding of Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and integration of lab instruments (DMMs, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers) using protocols like VISA/IVI</li><li>
Ability to interpret Technical Orders (TOs), schematics, and ICDs to develop test requirements</li><li>
Knowledge of Design for Testability (DFT) and ability to support system troubleshooting (analog/digital)</li><li>
Experience with source control, configuration management, and structured software development practices</li><li>
Ability to analyze test data, identify trends, and support system reliability improvements</li><li>
Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation (test requirements, procedures, user manuals)</li></ul></div> 

Preferred Education, Experience, &amp; Skills
 
<ul><li>Experience with the F15 Progream</li><li>
Top Secret Clearance</li></ul> 

Pay Information 
Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510 
 
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
 
 
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. 
 
About BAE Systems Intelligence &amp; Security
 
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it&rsquo;s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts &ndash; defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team&mdash;making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you&rsquo;ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. 
 
Intelligence &amp; Security (I&amp;S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do&mdash;from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels. 
 
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.</div>

Electrical Engineer - ATE

DCS Corp

<div><div>In this role you will provide full spectrum Avionics/Electrical Engineering support for the USAF Medium Altitude Unmanned Aircraft Systems (MAUAS) Division at designated government and commercial facilities in the Dayton, OH area.
DCS is an employee-owned company focused on providing engineering, programmatic, and technical support services to the Department of Defense and other national security customers.
Essential Job Functions:
Assists the engineering team leader in developing engineering procedures and controls, assisting in the management of project efforts, and recommending problem resolution for aircraft research, development, production, and lifecycle acquisition and sustainment activities; interfaces with weapons system contractors, vendors, and Government representatives regarding the technical aspects of engineering activities; independently applies engineering principles to investigate, analyze, plan, oversee, and evaluate weapons system development and sustainment activities; reviews and prepares engineering and technical analyses, reports, change proposals, and other technical documentation; and provides engineering expertise, oversight, and participation to activities involving weapons system and associated SE hardware/software development, integration and test, configuration management, Quality Assurance testing, and acquisition and resource management.
Provides advisory and draft documentation support for the development and acquisition of new capabilities and upgrades to existing capabilities to meet requirements to include Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) or other rapid fielding requirements while providing simultaneous support to multiple PMs.
Analyzes operational capability requirements and provides advisory and draft documentation support for the preparation and coordination of key development, procurement, and sustainment planning documentation for efforts including, requirements definition, development of long-range plans, roadmaps, mission area plans, program plans, system integration plans, development of estimates for future budgets and program planning, contract actions (e.g., Statement of Work (SOW), Technical Requirements Documents (TRDs)), technical evaluation of proposals, status reports, briefings, test documentation, specifications, interface control documents, and other formal and informal documentation as required throughout the weapon systems life cycle.
Supports the planning and design of experiments, analyses, and modeling and simulation efforts, to further include follow-on development planning, and support traceability of these efforts to identify defects and ensure requirements are met.
Support program technical interchange meetings, Program Management Reviews, executive management reviews, test-related meetings such as Technical Review Board (TRB), Safety Review Board (SRB), Test Readiness Review (TRR) and Test Plan Working Group (TPWG), lab and flight test events, Integrated Product Team meetings, software/hardware design reviews including but not limited to Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, and Final Design Review, platform integration meetings and meetings as otherwise required.
Develops recommendations for Government consideration as to the adequacy of technical solutions relating to issues including meeting all user requirements and expectations, all aspects of the overall weapons system performance and supportability, aircraft and air-worthiness certification, and equipment readiness.
Analyzes operational requirements, evolving requirements or deficiencies, investigating and recommending potential solutions, evaluating weapon system Contractor-proposed design changes and solutions, overseeing the correction of deficiencies, and in general by providing engineering support to address any technical issues affecting all aspects of overall weapons system integration, capability or performance improvements, and supportability/sustainability.
Recommends the potential development of new processes and improvements to current processes for Government consideration.
Provides advisory assistance in technical evaluations of weapon system contract proposals, verifies content, and identifies potential errors in work and cost estimates.
Drafts documentation and prepares and coordinates program briefings, program execution reports, decision papers, and key acquisition program documentation.
Makes recommendations to the Government and senior management on quality and product assurance matters.
Reviews technical solutions, aircraft and ground system modifications and integration approaches, research and development approaches, and technology insertion in support of upgrade programs. This advisory technical assessment support includes Size, Weight and Power (SWaP), mechanical and electrical interfacing, environmental compatibility, reliability/maintainability system integration trade-offs, life-cycle considerations, aircraft or other platform modification analyses, special testing, simulation, and verification processes.
Assesses the performance of aeronautical and ground-based systems and associated subsystems and equipment; identifies potential issues or areas for improvement and make recommendations to the Government for consideration.
Supports all phases of subsystem- and system-level integration and testing, including construct and review of test plans and procedures, participation and oversight of integration and test activities, and analysis and evaluation of test results. Support also encompasses all aspects of integration and testing extending from component-level up through the fully integrated weapons system.
Supports mishap ground and flight safety investigations.
Advises and drafts supply and support plans and helps determine adequate provisioning for life cycle program support.
Manages depot maintenance requirements for sustainment of associated systems including progression towards an organic depot and supports as required weapons system repairs, modifications, Time Compliance Technical Orders/Technical Order (TO) development, interim safety supplements for TOs, and for certification and verification activities.
Ensures technical accuracy and adequacy of responses to TO 00-25-107 technical assistance requests from USAF maintenance units; available to support the week-long 24/7 Emergency Telephone Support line on a periodic basis and to commute to the General Atomics facility within 2 hours of an emergency phone call.
Supports safety and accident investigations boards and act as a liaison between the USAF designated board and the system/subsystem manufacturer.
Assists Government oversight of Reliability and Maintainability projects to ensure SOWs and TRDs clearly define objectives, cost estimates are reasonable, and design changes meet USAF requirements.
Coordinates with AFLCMC/WII, Det 3, other agencies, and contractor specialists on all design changes to ensure maintenance, Support Equipment (SE), and TO impacts are adequately addressed.
Supports the Government during the parts procurement process for all design changes by supporting procurement and fielding cost estimates and cost benefit analysis as early as possible.
Reviews non-conformance reports and recommended corrective actions for technical adequacy.
Provides risk assessments for the weapons system to include associated SE and further investigates measures to mitigate or eliminate risks to include working with associated peers and contractor Subject Matter Experts.
Reviews and assesses weapons system contractor failure analysis reports for technical accuracy and adequacy.
Assesses and monitors contractor-generated technical data, technical manuals, and engineering changes for technical accuracy and completeness, extending from component-level up through the fully integrated weapons system.
Provides engineering support, data collection, and analysis, advisory and other support as may be required for Foreign Military Sales.
Supports the transition of QRC capabilities through an Operational Utility Evaluation and other transition activities as required.
Facilitates multispecialty teams to achieve results specified by program leadership.
Provides systems engineering and integration support extending across the aircraft, sensor and ground control systems with the ability to address mechanical, electrical, power, flight control systems, data links, network architectures and information assurance/security.
Identifies all single point of failure assets needed to support all deployed locations.
Required Skills:
Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
BA/BS degree and 15 years of experience in the aviation test operations field, 5 of which must be in the DoD or a MA/MS and 12 years of experience, of which 5 must be in the DoD.
A fully adjudicated DoD Secret security clearance (SSBI/T5/T5R within the preceding five calendar years) is required on the First Day of employment.
Knowledge of development and sustaining engineering support for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs), similar vehicles, and associated systems, subsystems and Ground Control Station (GCSs); the development of long range plans, roadmaps, and mission area plans; processes required to analyze operational capability requirements and determine adequate technical solutions; the integration of radar systems, Electro-Optical/Infrared sensors, weapons, and other payloads/stores; processes necessary to support environmental requirements; and all aspects of RPAs, similar systems and associated GCSs development and supportability.
Demonstrated experience with, and/or knowledge of, processes required to ensure new designs are sustainable, meet system requirements and requiring-office expectations; support the resolution of SWaP issues for RPA or similar vehicle / systems; support laboratories (i.e., Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)) and/or special projects for new technologies; and provide technical and feasibility analyses for development, testing and fielding of RPAs or similar vehicles.
Advanced knowledge, experience, and recognized ability to be considered an engineering expert.
Possess the ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of junior and journeyman personnel within the engineering discipline.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the engineering discipline as well as possess a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply associated security standards, procedures, and practices.
Possess the knowledge, experience, and demonstrated ability to perform engineering and have a demonstrated ability to work independently and apply the proper procedures and process related to engineering.
Proven ability to problem solve and troubleshoot various situations to develop successful outcomes within established program/project guidelines.
Must be detail oriented and able to work within specified deadlines.
Clear ability to take ownership of issues and pursue potential resolutions through to completion.
Able to work both independently and in a team environment.</div></div>

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