6B1BI4-Design and Analysis Engineer 4 - 664-Electronic Sys Design & Analy

ALTEN; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United States is seeking experienced Avionics, Cabin, and Network Systems Design Engineers to support aircraft lifecycle projects. Successful candidates will have a strong background in electrical systems design and validation experience. The role involves developing requirements, designing specifications, and ensuring compliance with certification regulations. Preferred qualifications include 3+ years of avionics-related experience and strong communication skills. This position operates on the 1st shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science required.
• Experience in electrical design/systems engineering focused on electronic and electrical systems needed.
• Validation and verification expertise required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document electronic and electrical system requirements.
• Design hardware, software, and interface specifications.
• Test and validate system designs.
• Monitor supplier performance for system integration.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and certification.
• Resolve fielded hardware and software issues.
• Research technology advances applicable to needs.

Skills

Electrical systems design

Avionics design

Validation and verification

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Our teams are currently hiring Avionics, Cabin, and Network Systems Design Engineers for various projects. These positions are available on three distinct teams: Avionics, Cabin, and Network Systems. All teams play a crucial role in supporting the aircraft lifecycle, including research, design, analysis, build, certification, delivery, and in‑service support for commercial airplanes.

Senior (Level 4) applicants should be able to showcase significant technical depth and process knowledge in one or more electronic systems on the aircraft, and the ability to lead a team of engineers toward a common goal.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and document electronic and electrical system requirements.
• Design hardware, software, and interface specifications.
• Test and validate to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements.
• Assist in monitoring supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements.
• Ensure compliance with appropriate regulations and certification requirements, including ARP‑4754A, DO‑178, and DO‑254.
• Resolve problems concerning fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle.
• Research specific technology advances for potential application to customer and company business needs.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Experience working in an electrical design/systems engineering environment with emphasis on electronic and electrical systems design and analysis.
• Validation and verification experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired)

• 3 + years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 + years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in avionics design and a background in related fields within the avionics industry.
• Experience with Flight Management Systems.
• Pilot's license and/or experience working in the flight deck.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Avionics experience is a huge plus.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift.