Electrical Engineer
Toyon Research Corporation · Goleta, CA · 1 mo ago
Engineering$115k–$200k/yrFull-time
U.S. Citizenship is required. Candidates must be able to qualify for a U.S. Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance and be SAP and SCI program eligible.
Responsibilities
- Perform system analysis, develop architectures, and create detailed electrical designs of advanced avionics and aerospace systems.
- Design and build mixed‑signal and embedded system circuits and custom PCBAs.
- Drive hardware development from initial concept through fabrication, integration, and delivery.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex or unusual engineering challenges under tight timelines.
- Collaborate across disciplines on multi‑project teams.
- Prepare and present technical material for design reviews.
- Work effectively under evolving requirements in a fast‑paced prototyping environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering design and development.
- Experience designing, assembling, and troubleshooting circuits and PCBAs.
- Proficiency with EE CAD and simulation tools (Altium, OrCAD, KiCad, SPICE, etc.).
- Familiarity with scripting or analysis tools (Python + SciPy, MATLAB, etc.).
- Strong understanding of general EE principles including analog and digital circuit design, power distribution and regulation, signal integrity, grounding, and EMI/EMC mitigation.
- Knowledge of component selection, derating, tolerance analysis, and electrical safety standards (UL, CE, IPC, MIL‑STD).
- ESD handling and design practices.
- Knowledge of design documentation and version‑control best practices (schematics, BOMs, revision control).
- Ability to interpret and apply industry standards and specifications (IPC‑2221/610, MIL‑STD‑461, DO‑160, etc.).
- Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with RF circuit design and RF telemetry systems.
- Familiarity with communication protocols such as RS‑232, ARINC, low‑voltage TTL, Ethernet, and MIL‑STD‑1553 (or 1773).
- Experience with power electronics design (DC‑DC converters, battery systems, motor drives).
- Experience with FPGA development and integration.
- Experience supporting environmental testing (thermal, vibration, EMI) and hardware qualification.
Benefits
- Competitive industry pay.
- 100% employer‑paid medical insurance premium.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
- Dental and vision coverage options.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Company‑funded 401(k) and profit‑sharing plans.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- Life and disability insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Discretionary bonus eligibility.
Pay
The annual base compensation range for the Electrical Engineer position is $115,000 to $200,000, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and training, among other factors.