Electrical Design Engineer

Insight Global; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global seeks multiple Aircraft Electrical Design Engineers in Waco, TX, to design and integrate aircraft electrical systems for military programs. You will develop harnesses, schematics, and power distribution using Capital Harness, supporting avionics upgrades and tests.

Qualif: bachelor's in EE/ME, 5+ years aerospace/defense electrical design, familiarity with FAA/DoD processes, and ability to work cross-functionally. Security clearance or eligibility is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of aerospace/defense electrical design experience with Capital Harness.
• Proficiency in electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness layouts.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Familiarity with FAA/DoD airworthiness processes.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems and harness layouts using Capital Harness.
• Create detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness layouts.
• Plan and perform electrical tests in lab and on aircraft.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams.
• Review wiring diagrams, schematics, and reports for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Provide technical support through design and production phases.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and best practices.

Skills

Electrical design

Capital Harness

Schematic diagrams

Wiring diagrams

Teamwork & communication

Regulatory familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

Capital Harness

Teamcenter PLM

Jira

Visio

Job description

Pay: $65-$85/hour depending on years of experience

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of directly related work experience in aerospace/defense electrical design, with extensive use of the Capital Harness tool.
• Proficiency in creating and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness layouts.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to cable harness design and manufacturing.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with FAA (Part 23 or 25) or military aircraft airworthiness design approach, certification process, and requirements

Plusses:

• Knowledge of Teamcenter PLM, Jira, Visio.
• Active Secret Security Clearance or higher
• Experience with Bombardier Global aircraft

Job Description:

We are seeking multiple Aircraft Electrical Design Engineers to join a team in Waco, TX. In this role, you will be responsible for performing Electrical Engineering design for aircraft systems integration, including avionics upgrades and power distribution, in the Military Aircraft business area. In addition, you will also support ongoing aircraft systems modifications including electrical requirements application, design, integration, and test. Additional responsibilities include:

• Design and develop electrical systems using the Capital Harness tool, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness layouts.
• Perform electrical interface and power test planning & verification by test in both a lab and on aircraft, including troubleshooting and resolving interface issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and manufacturing teams, to ensure seamless integration of electrical designs.
• Conduct thorough reviews and validations of wiring diagrams, schematics, reports, etc. to ensure accuracy, functionality, and manufacturability.
• Provide technical support and guidance throughout the design and production phases.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, standards, and best practices related to electrical component design.