Electrical Engineer I - Aircraft Integration

Tyonek Native Corporation; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyonek Native Corporation is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead avionics integration across multiple aircraft platforms for DoD and commercial programs. You will design and develop wiring, harnesses, and interfaces, and may serve as technical lead during design and test phases.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (or 2 years may substitute) with DoD aircraft knowledge, CAD (AutoCAD) skills, and the ability to obtain a government clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or 2 years relevant experience.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 CAD.
• Design control panels, circuit breaker panels, relay panels and interface panels.
• Assist in the performance and writing of engineering analyses and reports for airworthiness certification (ELA).
• Develop and present informal design reviews.
• Assist in developing installation instructions and provide engineering support during manufacturing and testing.
• 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, procedures, and reports.
• Perform avionics and electrical system testing and write test reports.
• Provide troubleshooting support to senior engineers during post modification testing.
• Support component level qualification testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Electrical engineering

Systems integration

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

2 years relevant experience in lieu of degree

Tools

AutoCAD

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 a senior 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.

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.
• Assist in the development of 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 to senior engineers 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.
• 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.