Electrical Engineer & Electronics Controller Integrator Manager

Safran companies; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran companies is seeking an Electrical Engineer Manager to drive the design and execution of actuation systems for military and commercial aircraft. The role involves managing a team, integrating hardware and software, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and over ten years of experience. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative products and systems in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer.
• Proficient in fundamental circuit design, including analog and digital circuits.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of electrical engineers and lead circuit design.
• Integrate hardware and software for embedded systems.
• Generate design documentation including specifications and test reports.

Skills

Self-directed

C software programming

Circuit design skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office Suite

MATLAB

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Schematic layout software

Electrical analysis software

Job description

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer Manager is a key member of a cross-disciplinary team driving the design, development and execution of the actuation systems program for the next generation of military and commercial aircraft. The Electrical Engineer works on the development of new products, and the improvement and sustainment of products. Engineering duties will span the entire product lifecycle, from initial design and requirements capture through manufacture and field support.

Essential Job Functions

• Candidate is expected to be able to manage a team of electrical engineers and lead the design of the required circuitry (Digital, Analog, and Power) and integrate the circuit design with software to support system architecture. Designs will be to Aerospace standards including but not limited to DO-160 and DO-254.
• Integrate hardware and software for embedded microprocessor devices and firmware-based FPGA devices.
• Design and development of embedded systems circuitry and printed circuit assemblies according to IPC standards.
• Generate design documentation including requirements specifications, design details, test procedures and reports.
• Prepare and review the drawings and layouts for production parts, components, and test equipment.
• Create, document and test software and hardware to validate design details.
• Lead multi-discipline design reviews both internally with peers and externally with customers.
• Evaluate design changes for impact to product design, cost, and schedule.
• Ensure the timely and efficient completion of projects to achieve the company's strategic and financial goals.
• Product engineering estimates for individual tasks up to complete electronic designs.
• Lead and perform root cause investigation on new development and fielded products.
• Perform product troubleshooting and lab testing.
• Support trade studies and proposals.
• Demonstrate an understanding of internal processes, methods, and tools.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Required Competencies

Education/Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited course of study or related field required.
• 10+ Years of Experience as an Electrical Engineer.
• Typical experience:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be a self-directed individual requiring minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in the use of C software programming language.
• Fundamental circuit design skills and knowledge of analog and digital circuits.
• Experience in analysis and schematic layout software packages.
• Familiarity with electrical analysis software.
• Computer work and drawing interpretation, as well as a familiarity with schematics or engineering drawings.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts.
• Evaluate concepts by creating analytical models and provide direction on which concept will meet component and system level performance.
• Provide analysis support throughout the development of a product concept.
• Analyze data and performance of designs, recommend actions to create optimized design.
• Interact cross-functionally with a wide variety of people and teams. Work closely with engineers to identify opportunities for design improvements.
• Make business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders.
• Fundamental typing skills as well as familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and MATLAB.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to stand out, overcome barriers and deliver results.
• Demonstrable critical thinking and analytical skills, including the ability and confidence to make conclusions and recommendations from data.
• Work with a team of engineers to design, develop, test and document electrical components.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.