Electrical Design Engineer

Sanmina Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Huntsville, AL is seeking an Electronic Design Engineer to contribute to the development of new instrumentation products for defense, aerospace, and commercial markets.

The role supports electrical design from requirements through validation and LRIP, working with cross-functional teams and with minimal supervision in a military development atmosphere within a Fortune-500 company.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer & Systems Engineering or similar.
• 0-2 years of experience in the design of electronic and/or electro‑mechanical systems.
• Must possess the ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret Security Clearance.
• Strong communication and cross-functional teamwork.
• Experience with microcontroller circuit design and programming.
• Familiar with EMI/EMC mitigation design methods.
• Experience with data acquisition tools such as LabVIEW.

Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional project team members to develop new products.
• Collaborate with engineers and program team to create overall system and product design specifications.
• Innovative electrical and microprocessor designs per system requirements.
• Develop analysis documentation and design description documentation to support customer reviews.
• Test systems and subsystems for design validation.
• Document design with schematic drawings as well as supporting design documentation.
• Technical communication with internal and external customers.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering / Computer & Systems Engineering

MS beneficial

Tools

Cadence Allegro

ECAD software

LabVIEW

Simulation tools

Rapid prototyping

Testing equipment

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Job Description

Job Title:Electronic Design Engineer

Job Purpose:

Are you passionate about engineering? Do you like to think up, create, design, build, and test leading edge new products? Are you looking for a hands‑on position working on real products? If so, you could be a great fit for our team!

Based in Huntsville, AL, SCI Technology’s Defense and Aerospace Group, with a military development focused atmosphere plus the stability and resources of a Fortune‑500 company, is seeking highly motivated engineers to join our team. Working with technology partners, we develop new products for a wide range of defense, aerospace, and commercial markets.

We are currently seeking innovative Electrical Engineers to join our Aircraft Systems team in the development of new instrumentation products. You will be expected to support a product’s electrical design activity from requirements definition through development, qualification testing and low rate initial production (LRIP). You will be expected to perform assigned duties with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with cross‑functional project team members to develop new products
• Collaborate with engineers and program team to create overall system and product design specifications
• Innovative electrical and microprocessor designs per system requirements
• Develop analysis documentation and design description documentation to support customer reviews
• Test systems and subsystems for design validation
• Document design with schematic drawings as well as supporting design documentation
• Technical communication with internal and external customers

Qualifications:

• Citizenship & Clearance: Must have the ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret Security Clearance.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer & Systems Engineering or similar field from an ABET accredited university (MS is beneficial).

• 0-2 years of experience in the design of electronic and/or electro‑mechanical systems using Cadence Allegro or other ECAD software.
• Must possess the ability to work successfully in a cross‑functional team environment and be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms.
• Must have the ability to solve problems through innovation and creativity, as well as through listening to other team members and working to develop the best path forward.
• Must be able to effectively utilize tools such as simulation, rapid prototyping, and testing to justify design decisions.
• Experience with the design of DoD type electronics and related systems is highly desired.
• Experience with microcontroller circuit design and programming.
• Understanding of design methods for EMI/EMC mitigation.
• Familiar with standard electronic test and measurement equipment.
• Experience in the application of data acquisition tools such as LabView is desired.

Tools & Certifications:

• Proficient in use of MS Office Suite.
• Highly motivated, self‑driven, and eager to learn new technologies.
• Strong problem solving skills, good communication skills, and ability to work in a team.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance if required.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity