Electrical Engineer

Breeze Eastern; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Breeze-Eastern is a leading global designer and manufacturer of high-performance lifting and pulling devices for military and civilian aircraft, including rescue hoists, winches, and cargo hooks. The Electrical Engineer will contribute to embedded processor-based design, power distribution, EMI/RFI considerations, and aerospace-grade development activities.

The role reports to the Chief Engineer and involves technical analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and support across global design

Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline from an accredited school
• Possesses superior engineering skills
• Must have advanced knowledge of aerospace electrical engineering and design and be familiar with applicable codes, standards, and acceptable industry practices
• Relevant experience with the development of aerospace actuators and sensors
• Experience with analog-based motion controls and processor-based motion controls
• Experienced in electrical engineering development and systems engineering activities in support of military or commercial marketplaces
• Familiarity with Altium Designer, OrCAD, or similar software tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required, with the ability to prepare written specifications and contract documents
• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
• Excellent business and technical communication skills
• Familiarity with methods for applying conformance to RTCA DO-254
• SPI, Ethernet, ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1551, CAN Bus design experience
• Knowledge of DO-160, MIL-STD-704, and MIL-STD-461 requirements

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical designs for large-scale projects.
• Apply design knowledge in power distribution, grounding, lighting, control systems, and equipment specification and selection.
• Analyze complex engineering problems and offer effective resolutions.
• Lead and direct engineers, designers, and support personnel on large-scale projects.
• Design of Embedded Processor-based digital equipment.
• Considerations of EMI/RFI Compliance in Hardware System Architecture.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed.
• Conduct investigative and qualification testing to military and aerospace requirements
• Write engineering technical reports typically expected during multi-year aerospace development programs
• Assist with company introduction of new but proven technologies to ensure first-in-class product reliability, safety, and operational productivity.
• Assist the production floor with troubleshooting of electrical components for first and continuing production articles.
• Work closely with other engineers of other disciplines to meet technical objectives laid out by project managers or other management team
• Works courteously and resolutely with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers to achieve project goals.

Skills

Embedded systems

Power distribution

EMI/RFI awareness

Team leadership

Written communication

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

OrCAD

Job description

Position Summary:

Breeze-Eastern is a leading global designer and manufacturer of high-performance lifting and pulling devices for military and civilian aircraft, including rescue hoists, winches, and cargo hooks. Rescue crews trust their lives with Breeze-Eastern products, and we take that responsibility seriously. The work we do benefits the greater good, and we are a global leader because we keep the best on board.

Our challenge is to develop and field next-generation helicopter search and rescue and other products, including the most capable rescue hoists and sensors for improving situational awareness. Breeze hires some of the most talented engineers in the industry, and we are seeking candidates who will bring a can-do attitude and desire to succeed in the delivery of innovative aerospace and defense solutions to our customers.

The Electrical Engineer at Breeze-Eastern will serve in the roles of technical engineering of new products, subject matter expertise, and, to an extent, project management. The Electrical Engineer will report to the Chief Engineer and support with global and detailed-level design, technical analysis, and resolution of engineering problems.

Duties:

Designs and implements an embedded Processor Control Platform. Assists other engineers and designers. Provides direction and coordination of electrical design for large projects. Directs and coordinates manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance support, documentation, and testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements.

• Prepare electrical designs for large-scale projects.
• Apply design knowledge in power distribution, grounding, lighting, control systems, and equipment specification and selection.
• Analyze complex engineering problems and offer effective resolutions.
• Lead and direct engineers, designers, and support personnel on large-scale projects.
• Design of Embedded Processor-based digital equipment.
• Considerations of EMI/RFI Compliance in Hardware System Architecture.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed.

• Conduct investigative and qualification testing to military and aerospace requirements
• Write engineering technical reports typically expected during multi-year aerospace development programs
• Assist with company introduction of new but proven technologies to ensure first-in-class product reliability, safety, and operational productivity.
• Assist the production floor with troubleshooting of electrical components for first and continuing production articles.
• Work closely with other engineers of other disciplines to meet technical objectives laid out by project managers or other management team
• Works courteously and resolutely with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers to achieve project goals.

Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline from an accredited school
• Possesses superior engineering skills

• Must have advanced knowledge of aerospace electrical engineering and design and be familiar with applicable codes, standards, and acceptable industry practices

• Relevant experience with the development of aerospace actuators and sensors
• Experience with analog-based motion controls and processor-based motion controls.
• Experienced in electrical engineering development and systems engineering activities in support of military or commercial marketplaces.
• Familiarity with Altium Designer, OrCAD, or similar software tools.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills required, with the ability to prepare written specifications and contract documents

• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
• Excellent business and technical communication skills.
• Familiarity with methods for applying conformance to RTCA DO-254

• SPI, Ethernet, ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1551, CAN Bus design experience

• Knowledge of DO-160, MIL-STD-704, and MIL-STD-461 requirements

Benefits

Breeze-Eastern offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial security, and overall well-being. Available benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, company-sponsored life insurance, and participation in a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions.

Breeze-Eastern is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the policy of Breeze-Eastern to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.