Senior Electrical/Avionics Engineer

Airbus Helicopters, Inc.; Timmins; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative aerospace company is seeking a skilled Electrical/Avionics Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will design and integrate cutting-edge avionics systems for next-generation aircraft. Collaborating with a talented group of engineers, you will contribute to all stages of the aircraft lifecycle, from development to production. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on complex projects that enhance aviation technology and improve safety. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive work environment, this company is dedicated to fostering growth and innovation in the aerospace field.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Incentive compensation

Paid time off

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Upskilling and development opportunities

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Qualifications

• 6+ years of engineering experience in aviation/aerospace.
• Ability to design wiring diagrams and system architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate custom avionics and electrical packages.
• Lead engineering groups to complete projects.
• Support fleet sustainment activities.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Avionics Systems

AutoCAD

CATIA V5

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CATIA V5

SAP

Job description

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Job Description:

Airbus Helicopters is looking for an SR. Electrical/ Avionics Engineer to join our Engineering department based in Columbus, Mississippi. In this role, you will design, modify and integrate custom avionics and electrical packages for new AHI aircraft and/or retrofit. You will also create engineering drawings and reports, connect with partners in certification, production and flight test, support fleet sustainment activities and support STC projects.

Meet the team:

Our Engineers have the privilege of working on complex, highly engineered machines and are involved at all stages of the aircraft life cycle, from product development to manufacturing and direct support to our airline customers. If you're interested in designing, creating, and testing the present and future of Airbus products across the globe, join our mission to connect the world.

Your Working Environment:

On the eastern border of Mississippi you'll find Columbus, home to our Helicopter manufacturing and assembly lines and Center of Excellence for the entire North America region. It's here that we produce the UH-72A Lakota Helicopters for the U.S. Army in addition to the H-125 aircraft for civil and commercial customers.

How we care for you:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP")
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

Your challenges:

• Design wiring diagrams, harness drawings and system architecture.

• Review and facilitate engineering package release.

• Can lead groups of engineers to complete projects along with representing the group at management meetings

• Works independently with minimal direction from Engineering Management

• Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting company objectives

Your boarding pass:

• Posses a Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Aeronautical Engineering from an accredited college/university or have equivalent applicable work experience (4 years).

• Six (6) or more years' of directly applicable engineering experience in an aviation/aerospace manufacturing or completions environment.

• AutoCad (familiarity with CATIA V5 and SAP programs preferred)

• Be a US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite or remote: 95%
• Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Daily
• Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms. Daily
• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Daily
• Equipment: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment. Daily
• Carrying: able to carry documents, drawings and electronic equipment up to 10lbs. Daily
• Lifting: able to lift documents, drawings, and electronic equipment up to 10lbs. Daily
• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Occasionally
• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer. Daily

Take your career to a new level and apply online now!

A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Helicopters, Inc.

Employment Type:

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Elec.Electron.&Electromag,Optics&Optron.

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Job Posting End Date: 05.17.2025

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