Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

About the role

Creates, modifies, and reviews complex electrical designs while maintaining the highest quality engineering on-time and on-budget. Responsible for product research, design, modification, installation, integration, certification, and testing of aircraft interior electrical systems for Commercial, VIP, and Special Mission aircraft applications. Assists leadership in training and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Creates a master drawing list of electrical systems drawings and documents for project level STC.
• Defines electrical system architecture development by meeting client and regulatory requirements for program specific interiors including Air Conditioning and Heating, Cabin Management, In-Flight Entertainment, In-Flight Communication, Electrical Power Distribution and Conversion, Personal Power (convenience and utility outlets, wireless charging), Interior Lighting, Potable and Waste-water systems, Smoke and Fire Detection, Security and Camera systems.
• Designs wire diagrams, wire kits, and other technical documents as required utilizing engineering drafting and program tools.
• Reviews completed drawing packages from peers and approve them for release.
• Aids in development of verification and test procedures to comply with the latest FAA design requirements.
• Supports installation of systems via liaison with modification facility, identifies root cause issues, captures redline updates, resolves design issues and updates drawings to meet schedule.
• Interfaces with clients, customers (internal and external), FAA designees and vendors during entire project to ensure designs meet all requirements.
• Participates in the project bid process to capture engineering and design requirements for bid estimates and firm price quotes to customers.
• Participates in the project scheduling of the electrical systems to ensure accuracy to major milestones and deliverables, including identification of predecessors and successors.
• Prepares design checklist, templates and other processes as needed.
• Performs as functional 'Focal' for group on specific projects.
• Maintains close coordination with project engineers to comply with schedule and cost of projects.
• Mentors and guides other engineers on technical designs or processes.
• Maintains regular attendance including being at work, being on time to work and working full shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Aerospace or Electrical engineering with minimum of 8 years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Aviation background and aircraft interior experience strongly preferred.
• Employees working on programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations must qualify as a US Person which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company/foreign government/foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee for legal compliance purposes.

Skills

• Extensive technical knowledge of Boeing aircraft (or similar) for VIP and/or commercial models.
• Strong working knowledge of OEM data platforms (e.g. My Boeing Fleet) and technical documentation systems.
• Thorough knowledge of power distribution, lighting, cabin management, etc.
• Thorough understanding of the certification and electrical design process.
• Competent use of CAD and data management systems.
• Ability to work and make decisions independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to successfully interface with customers on projects.
• Certified in relevant aviation and engineering certifications.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, dental & vision)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) savings plan with company match

Pay

The expected WA salary range for this position is between $109,000.00 - $150,000.00 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, location, and other factors permitted by law.

Schedule

Our suite of comprehensive benefits include: healthcare (medical, dental & vision), life insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match.