Completions Tech Spec II - Electrical Design

General Dynamics Corporation; Savannah, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream is seeking a Completions Tech Spec II - Electrical Design to guide system level wiring, harness, and schematic work for aircraft. The role emphasizes electrical system integration with avionics, lighting, and entertainment systems.

The candidate will apply CHS/XC, AutoCAD, and Catia V5/SmarTeam tools, develop electrical load analyses, and ensure compliance with aviation standards. Strong independent decision making is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; equivalent experience accepted.
• 10 years in a specific technical discipline or 15 years across multiple technical areas.

Responsibilities

• Selects methods, techniques and criteria to resolve complex engineering issues.
• Interprets and applies technical guidance as a recognized authority.
• Develops standards and guides for diverse engineering activities.
• Balances technical aims with cost and schedule in design decisions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Wiring diagrams

Electrical design

Leadership

Problem solving

Systems integration

Technical specs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Capital Harness (CHS/XC)

AutoCAD

Catia V5

SmarTeam

Job description

Completions Tech Spec II - Electrical Design

Responsibilities for this Position

• Proficient in System level Wire Diagram/Harness/Schematic design for aircraft.
• Experience in Electrical System integration related to Aircraft Avionics, Lighting, and Audio/Video Entertainment systems.
• Must be experienced with design tools such as Capital Harness (CHS/XC), AutoCad, or similar 2D electrical design software.
• Ability to complete system level ELA (Electrical Load Analysis).
• Ability to develop or decipher technical and test specifications.
• Knowledge of 14 CFR 25 Subpart H - EWIS based design.
• Knowledge of Catia V5/SmarTeam.
• Familiarity with part 25, 91, 135 FAR requirements and Means of Compliance preferred.
• Familiarity with aircraft STC procedures preferred.
• Makes technical decisions and provides recommendations demonstrating leadership authority.
• Ability to employ design standards consistent with company standards and accepted design methods as directed to meet the manufacturing, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Acts independently to determine improved methods to optimize technical product, cost, and schedule requirements.
• Develops standards and guides for diverse engineering activities.
• Additional responsibilities are outlined in the job description and as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or technical related curriculum applicable to the respective job position required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 10 yrs in specific technical discipline or 15 yrs broad eng experience in several technical disciplines. Experience credit considered for related adv degrees limited to 2 yrs for Masters and 4 yrs for PhD in fields applicable to this job.

Position Purpose

Guides successful completion of major engineering programs, or conceives research in areas of considerable scope and complexity supporting the development and production of Gulfstream products and services

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Selects appropriate methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to resolve complex engineering issues .
• Is consulted extensively by associates and others as a recognized authority within the field .
• Anticipates and resolves complex issues in creative and effective ways, developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities .
• Approach to problem solving balances technical product, cost and schedule .Works without appreciable direction; work is reviewed from a long-range perspective for desired results .
• Exercises latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments, and makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative .

Additional Functions:

• Maintains a current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related aircraft fields in order to recommend innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of company product .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Advanced degree in engineering, or related curriculum preferred.
• The level of technical skill and abilities appropriate for this grade will be established by each discipline.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

• Requisition Number: 235311
• Posting Type: Internal-External
• Department: J1410-CENG-FLC Electrical
• Category: Engineering
• Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
• Shift: First
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary Grade:E9
• Number of Openings: 1
• Posting End Date: 10/30/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.