Avionics Engineer

Aery Aviation, LLC; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Aery Aviation, LLC is seeking an Avionics Engineer in Newport News, Virginia, to design, analyze, integrate, and document avionics systems for aircraft modifications and certification programs.

You will develop schematics, wiring diagrams, installation drawings, and supporting engineering documentation while ensuring compliance with 14 CFR and EWIS guidance. Collaboration with mechanical, certification, and production teams is essential to deliver certifiable, reliable systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in electrical, aerospace, or related field.
• Experience with avionics installation and certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of EWIS and EWIS guidance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and document aircraft Avionics and avionics systems supporting modification, repair, and certification programs.
• Develop Avionics schematics, wiring diagrams, cable assemblies, installation drawings, and associated engineering documentation.
• Perform Avionics load analyses and evaluate power distribution, circuit protection, grounding, bonding, and system integration requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and industry best practices, including 14 CFR requirements and EWIS guidance.
• Integrate avionics, mission systems, communications equipment, sensors, antennas, and other Avionics systems.
• Coordinate with Mechanical Engineering, Certification, Production, Quality, vendors, and customers to support successful system integration and program execution.
• Support development of certification artifacts, compliance documentation, test plans, and engineering reports required for regulatory approval.
• Provide technical support during fabrication, installation, troubleshooting, testing, and aircraft modification activities.
• Participate in engineering design reviews and provide technical recommendations on Avionics system architecture, performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Maintain engineering data under configuration control and ensure work products comply with company standards and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, development of engineering standards, and implementation of lessons learned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering Director.

Skills

Avionics design

System analysis

Regulatory compliance

EMC/EMI

Embedded systems

Wiring diagrams

Education

Bachelor‘s degree

Tools

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Lab equipment

Job description

The Avionics Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, integration, and documentation of Avionics and avionics systems associated with aircraft modifications, installations, and certification programs.

This role develops Avionics system architectures, wiring diagrams, installation data, and supporting engineering documentation to ensure aircraft systems are integrated safely and in compliance with regulatory and customer requirements. The Electrical Engineer works closely with Mechanical Engineering, Certification, Production, and external equipment vendors to ensure Avionics installations are reliable, maintainable, and certifiable.

Electrical Engineering activities must comply with applicable regulatory standards including 14 CFR, EWIS requirements, applicable MIL standards, and industry best practices for aircraft Avionics system design.

What You Will Be Doing

• Design, analyze, and document aircraft Avionics and avionics systems supporting modification, repair, and certification programs.
• Develop Avionics schematics, wiring diagrams, cable assemblies, installation drawings, and associated engineering documentation.
• Perform Avionics load analyses and evaluate power distribution, circuit protection, grounding, bonding, and system integration requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and industry best practices, including 14 CFR requirements and Avionics Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) guidance.
• Integrate avionics, mission systems, communications equipment, sensors, antennas, and other aircraft Avionics systems.
• Coordinate with Mechanical Engineering, Certification, Production, Quality, vendors, and customers to support successful system integration and program execution.
• Support development of certification artifacts, compliance documentation, test plans, and engineering reports required for regulatory approval.
• Provide technical support during fabrication, installation, troubleshooting, testing, and aircraft modification activities.
• Participate in engineering design reviews and provide technical recommendations regarding Avionics system architecture, performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Maintain engineering data under configuration control and ensure work products comply with company standards and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, development of engineering standards, and implementation of lessons learned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering Director.

You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, electronics engineering, or a related field

Technical skills

• Design and analysis of aircraft electrical and avionics systems
• Power distribution, power conversion, batteries, and energy storage
• Avionics, navigation, communication, radar, and flight-control systems
• Embedded systems and microcontrollers
• Circuit simulation and modeling
• Electrical wiring and cable-system design
• Electromagnetic compatibility/interference, or EMC/EMI
• Control systems and automation
• Reliability, fault analysis, and safety-critical system design

Aviation and aerospace knowledge

• Aircraft systems and avionics architectures
• Systems engineering and requirements management
• Hardware and software integration
• Environmental conditions such as vibration, temperature extremes, pressure, and radiation
• Aircraft certification and safety practices

Practical experience

• Laboratory testing and troubleshooting
• Prototyping and hardware validation
• PCB design and manufacturing
• Test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and power analyzers
• Technical documentation and engineering reports
• Design reviews and failure investigations
• Multidisciplinary teamwork with mechanical, software, systems, and manufacturing engineers

Nice to Haves

• Five or more years of experience supporting aircraft modification, avionics integration, or aerospace electrical system design.
• Experience supporting FAA certification activities, including STC programs, compliance documentation, test plans, test reports, and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness.
• Familiarity with Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) requirements and aircraft wiring installation best practices.
• Experience performing electrical load analyses and supporting EMI/EMC, bonding, grounding, and system safety evaluations.
• Experience developing engineering reports, installation instructions, test procedures, manuals, and certification support documents.
• Familiarity with AS9100, aerospace quality systems, configuration control, and engineering release processes.
• Experience with aircraft production, modification, installation, ground testing, or flight test support.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks, 3D CAD data, or mechanical/electrical integration workflows.
• Experience working directly with customers, DERs, FAA representatives, OEMs, or equipment vendors.

Salary Range $110,000-$145,000

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check, consistent with applicable laws and company policies. Some positions may require drug testing.

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They do not necessarily reflect all duties and responsibilities of a position.

If this opportunity excites you, come join our team!

Our Benefits

We offer the right candidate the chance to join a forward-thinking organization, supported by a competitive compensation and benefits package. Learn more about Aery Aviation, LLC at www.aeryaviation.com .

Aery Aviation, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Aery Aviation, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

About Aery Aviation LLC

Our Purpose: Aviation Professionals Improving Lives Through Innovation

Aery Aviation, LLC is an aerospace engineering, aircraft modification, certification, manufacturing, and flight operations company headquartered in Newport News, Virginia. Aery provides integrated aviation solutions supporting defense, government, commercial, and special mission operators worldwide. The company holds FAA Part 135 and Part 145 certificates, AS9100D and ISO 9001 certifications, and provides engineering, aircraft integration, manufacturing, certification, maintenance, and flight operations supporting advanced aerospace programs.

The pay range for this role is:

110,000 - 145,000 USD per year (Aery Aviation LLC - PHF / Corporate Office)