Electrical Engineer

VSE Aviation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in New York is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the design and integration of electrical systems for aerospace components. The candidate will develop test equipment, troubleshoot systems, and ensure compliance with FAA standards. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and possess hands-on experience with system integration and data acquisition systems. This role requires a solutions-oriented engineer capable of working both independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications

• Requires practical, solutions-oriented skills to resolve technical issues.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with FAA regulatory standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom test equipment and test stands.
• Perform hands-on system integration including wiring and instrumentation installation.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to find effective solutions.
• Analyze test data to identify root causes and improve systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Hands-on system integration

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Creating technical documents

Data acquisition and control systems

Understanding of engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

Electrical test equipment

Job description

SUMMARY: The Electrical Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, development, integration, and troubleshooting of electrical and electromechanical systems used to test, repair, and validate aerospace components within an FAA repair station environment. This is a hands‑on role that owns work from concept through implementation, including system design, instrumentation, data acquisition, and validation.

The position requires a practical, solutions‑oriented engineer who can work both independently and collaboratively to resolve technical issues and improve system performance. As part of the Engineering team, this role drives the development and enhancement of test equipment and capabilities, while providing ongoing technical support for complex systems to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom test equipment and test stands from concept through implementation.
• Perform hands‑on system integration, including wiring, instrumentation installation, and system bring‑up.
• Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical systems at the component and system level.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test requirements to develop effective solutions.
• Create and maintain technical documents, including schematics, assembly drawings, and bills of materials.
• Select and implement appropriate sensors and instrumentation based on measurement and environmental requirements.
• Develop and support data acquisition and control systems (e.g., LabVIEW or similar platforms).
• Analyze test data and system performance to identify root causes and drive improvements.
• Support calibration, validation, and verification of measurement and test systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry and regulatory standards (e.g., ARINC 668).
• Provide technical guidance and support to technicians and cross‑functional team members.
• Drive continuous improvement of test processes, equipment reliability, and overall capability.
• Other duties as assigned.