Aerospace Electrical Engineer

JOHNSON SERVICE GROUP; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

PTO

Job summary

Johnson Service Group is seeking an experienced Aerospace Electrical Engineer in Chatsworth, CA to design, develop, test, and improve electrical and embedded software for aerospace applications.

You will work on flight and simulator instrumentation, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to meet stringent performance and safety standards. The role emphasizes reliability, certification support, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical engineering, embedded systems, or electronic test development, preferably within the aerospace or defense industry.
• AS9100 requirements experience and high-reliability system design.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and validate electrical systems, embedded software, and automated test equipment for aerospace applications.
• Develop and improve manufacturing and production test equipment, processes, and procedures to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, software, and project engineering teams to define product requirements and system architecture.
• Design electrical and electronic solutions based on customer requirements and product specifications for aircraft flight and simulator instrumentation.
• Perform unit, integration, and system-level testing to verify product functionality, reliability, and compliance.
• Support product certification activities through technical documentation, ATPs, requirements traceability, and aerospace quality standards.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and optimize electrical hardware, embedded software, and production assemblies to improve system performance and reliability.
• Diagnose circuit assembly failures to the component level and perform repairs using standard electronics test equipment.
• Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, peer reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare technical documentation, engineering reports, and design records.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements to products and engineering processes.
• Perform other engineering-related duties as assigned.

Skills

C & C++

VHDL

PLC Programming

Ladder Logic

Embedded microprocessors

CPLDs & FPGAs

Motion controllers

Sensor integration

PCB design

Altium Designer

LabVIEW

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Power supplies

Electronic troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital multimeters

Power supplies

LabVIEW

Job description

Johnson Service Group is seeking an experienced and innovative Aerospace Electrical Engineer to join a growing engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of electrical and embedded software solutions for aerospace applications. This is a Direct hire job for a Electronics company in Chatsworth, CA. Salary: $90K DOE.

This position offers the opportunity to work on advanced aerospace technologies supporting both flight and simulator instrumentation, while contributing to products that demand precision, reliability, and engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and validate electrical systems, embedded software, and automated test equipment for aerospace applications.
• Develop and improve manufacturing and production test equipment, processes, and procedures to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, software, and project engineering teams to define product requirements and system architecture.
• Design electrical and electronic solutions based on customer requirements and product specifications for aircraft flight and simulator instrumentation.
• Perform unit, integration, and system-level testing to verify product functionality, reliability, and compliance.
• Support product certification activities through technical documentation, Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs), requirements traceability, and compliance with aerospace quality standards.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and optimize electrical hardware, embedded software, and production assemblies to improve system performance and reliability.
• Diagnose circuit assembly failures to the component level and perform repairs using standard electronic test equipment.
• Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, peer reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare technical documentation, engineering reports, and design records.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements to products and engineering processes.
• Perform other engineering-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical engineering, embedded systems, or electronic test development, preferably within the aerospace or defense industry.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop high-reliability systems that meet rigorous aerospace performance, quality, and safety standards, including AS9100 requirements.
• Strong experience designing and developing embedded electronic systems.
• Proficiency with: C and C++ VHDL PLC Programming and Ladder Logic Embedded microprocessors CPLDs and FPGAs Motion controllers and sensor integration Digital and analog circuit design PCB design and layout: Altium Designer Electronic troubleshooting and bench testing Experience using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, and other electronic test equipment such as LabVIEW
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective engineering solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally and up to 15 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work with electronic tools, laboratory equipment, and test instrumentation.
• Ability to work at a computer and on the production floor as required.

Benefits

• Medical
• Medical Costs and Find a Provider
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life
• EAP-Employee Assistance Program
• Contacts Employee Benefits Terminology
• Virtual Care- 8 paid holidays after 90 days of service.
• PTO: 0-2 years = 2 weeks/year
• PTO: 3-9 years = 3 weeks/year
• PTO: 9+ years = 4 weeks/year

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.