Aviation Electrical & Mechanical Engineer II - Impact

Cirrus Aircraft Ltd.; Duluth, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Group term life and disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)

Job summary

Cirrus Aircraft Ltd. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to assist the design, integration, and testing of electrical systems for Cirrus aircraft and test benches. You will design power generation and distribution, wire harness architecture, and 3D models, working with avionics and RF data buses.

The role requires 2–4 years in aviation electrical design, proficiency with CREO/Eagle/MATLAB, and strong communication. Travel up to 25% is expected, with a focus on certification under FAR Part 23.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; combination of education and experience acceptable.
• 2–4 years direct experience in aviation or automotive electrical systems.
• Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers).
• Ability to read/write technical documents and present design reviews.
• Proficient with CREO, MATLAB, Eagle, VBA or similar tools.
• Strong communication and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, certify, and support electrical systems such as power generation and distribution.
• Develop and maintain wiring diagrams and harness architecture to meet requirements.
• Create electrical assemblies drawings and 3D models for avionics systems.
• Select electrical components and ensure EMC and routing constraints.
• Coordinate with subcontractors for design development and integration.
• Generate certification plans and FAR Part 23 documentation.
• Travel up to 25% and maintain reliable attendance.

Skills

Electrical system design

Wire harness design

Circuit analysis

Creo / CAD

Laboratory testing

Communication

Reading technical docs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Aerospace experience

Master's degree

Tools

CREO

MATLAB

Eagle

PTC Windchill

Siemens Capital

Altium

Job description

Cirrus Aircraft Ltd. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to assist the design, integration, and testing of electrical systems for Cirrus aircraft and test benches. You will design power generation and distribution, wire harness architecture, and 3D models, working with avionics and RF data buses.

The role requires 2–4 years in aviation electrical design, proficiency with CREO/Eagle/MATLAB, and strong communication. Travel up to 25% is expected, with a focus on certification under FAR Part 23.