Electrical Engineer, Aircraft Integration

Tyonek Native Corporation; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyonek Native Corporation is seeking an electrical engineer to design and integrate avionics and weapons systems into aircraft platforms for DoD, foreign military, and commercial entities. You may lead projects during design and test phases.

Responsibilities include creating wiring diagrams, harness drawings, and interface panels; performing ELA and airworthiness tasks; developing test plans and supporting manufacturing and post-modification testing. A BS in EE or 2 years experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or 2 years relevant experience.
• Knowledgeable of DoD or commercial aircraft is desired.
• Ability to use AutoCAD CAD software is a plus.
• Knowledgeable of aircraft electrical design requirements incl. SAE AS50881 is a plus.
• Previous military aircraft electrical and avionics systems experience is a plus.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop system requirements, architecture and interfaces between new avionic or mission systems and legacy aircraft systems.
• Develop aircraft wiring diagrams, electrical installation drawings and harness fabrication drawings using CAD tools.
• Design control panels, circuit breaker panels, relay panels and interface panels.
• Perform Electrical Loads Analysis (ELA) and assist in airworthiness certification.
• Develop and present informal design reviews and installation instructions.
• Provide engineering support during manufacturing, prototype validation and post-modification testing.

Skills

Electrical design

Systems integration

Testing & validation

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

2 years relevant experience

Tools

AutoCAD

ECAD tools

Job description

General Description

Tyonek is dedicated to solving problems for current and future warfighters. We are seeking a motivated individual to take on the position of electrical engineer. You will hold a key role in our aircraft integration efforts. Using your electrical engineering expertise, you will design and develop the integration of avionics and weapons systems into multiple vehicle platforms for customers including US DoD, foreign military, and/or commercial entities. You may also be the technical lead for projects during both the design and test phases. Position level will be hired to match the experience of the candidate.

Duties

• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is encouraged.
• Develop system requirements, architecture and interfaces between new avionic or mission systems and legacy aircraft systems.
• Develop aircraft systems and subsystem electrical designs to include creation of aircraft wiring diagrams, electrical installation drawings and harness fabrication drawings using Computer Aided Design (CAD) programs.
• Design control panels, circuit breaker panels, relay panels and interface panels.
• Assist in the performance and writing of engineering analyses and reports as required to obtain airworthiness certification to include Electrical Loads Analysis (ELA).
• Develop and present informal design reviews.
• Develop installation instructions.
• Provide engineering support during the manufacturing phase.
• Provide engineering support during prototype, validation and verification of aircraft modifications.
• Review completed installations to ensure conformance to design.
• Develop avionics and electrical system and subsystem testing, write test plans, test procedures, and test reports.
• Perform aircraft avionics and electrical system and subsystem testing and write test reports.
• Provide avionics systems, aircraft electrical systems and electronic test equipment troubleshooting support and expertise during post modification testing.
• Support component level qualification testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or closely related field) or 2 years relevant experience in lieu of degree is required.
• Knowledgeable of DoD or commercial aircraft is desired.
• Ability to use computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD is a plus.
• Knowledgeable of aircraft electrical design requirements and design specifications to include SAE AS50881 Aerospace Vehicle Wiring Requirements is a plus.
• Previous military aircraft electrical and avionics systems experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced multi-tasking customer service-oriented environment with a high degree of efficient and effective performance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands, working at heights with fall protection devices.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 25 pounds and carry for short distances.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• Normally works in an office setting with controlled temperature.

Equal Opportunity Employer/VEVRAA/ADA

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities: Tyonek Native Corporation provides all employees and job applicants' equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without discrimination because of age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by law.