Electrical Engineer II

Jobtailor; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Englewood, Colorado, seeks an Electrical Engineering Lead for rotorcraft modification programs to own electrical system architecture and avionics integration across aircraft. You will apply 14 CFR Parts 21, 27, and 29, develop certification strategies, and provide technical mentorship while interfacing with cross-functional teams and certification authorities.

Responsibilities include multi‑protocol system integration (ARINC 429, RS-232/485, Ethernet, MIL‑STD‑1553), safety analyses

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of related experience.
• Experience with aircraft electrical/avionics systems and FAA certification.
• Ability to interpret maintenance manuals and wiring diagrams.
• Proficient with 14 CFR Parts 21, 27, and 29.
• Leadership of multiple projects and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Electrical Engineering Lead for rotorcraft modification programs.
• Own electrical system architecture and integration across aircraft.
• Develop certification and compliance strategies for FAA approval.
• Lead integration of multi-protocol electrical systems (ARINC 429, RS-232/485, Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553).
• Provide technical mentorship and interface with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare technical data for FAA STCs and Field Approvals.

Skills

Electrical System Architecture

Avionics Design

System Safety Analyses

ARINC 429 Integration

Wiring Diagrams Development

SAE ARP 4754B Application

FMEA

Multi-Protocol Electrical Systems

Technical Data Preparation

Project Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD (2D)

Solidworks

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Serve as the Electrical Engineering Lead and Project Subject Matter Expert for assigned rotorcraft modification programs


• Own electrical system architecture, integrating avionics, power distribution, and networked systems across aircraft


• Apply 14 CFR Parts 21, 27, and 29 to electrical and avionics designs


• Develop and execute certification and compliance strategies, plans of compliance, and supporting data packages for FAA approval


• Lead integration of multi-protocol electrical systems, including ARINC 429, RS-232/485, Ethernet, and MIL-STD-1553


• Apply SAE ARP 4754B and ARP 4761A principles to system development, requirements validation, and safety assessments


• Provide technical mentorship and design oversight to junior and mid-level engineers


• Interface with cross-functional teams, program leadership, and certification authorities


• Develop electrical and avionics design concepts; analyze and mature designs; communicate solutions to customers and internal stakeholders


• Provide technical leadership on schedules, deliverables, and project status


• Define system-level electrical power architectures for STCs and Field Approvals


• Modify and document COTS equipment as required


• Support design changes, Engineering Change Orders, system analyses, hardware testing, and prototype development


• Participate in logistics planning, technical reviews, and design meetings


• Develop or review cost estimates, system safety assessments, FMEA, electrical load analyses, wiring/interface schematics, installation and maintenance instructions, and flight manual supplements


• Prepare and coordinate technical data for ODA projects, FAA STCs, and Field Approvals


• Support and, as appropriate, oversee installation activities; prepare installation and repair/modification drawing packages


• Develop wiring diagrams and installation data according to FAA regulations and applicable military/industry standards


• Generate and maintain electrical drawings and wiring schematics using AutoCAD


• Maintain regular scheduled attendance; travel approximately 1%

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering from a four-year college or university; and 10 or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience


• 10 years previous experience directly related to aircraft electrical/avionics systems preferred


• Understanding of FAA certification processes, aircraft operations, and electrical/communication and navigation systems


• Ability to interpret and use aircraft manufacturer’s maintenance manuals, equipment installation instructions, and wiring diagrams


• Proficient understanding of 14 CFR Parts 21, 27, and 29


• Proficiency with SAE ARP 4754A and ARP 4761B


• Ability to lead the electrical aspects of multiple projects


• Ability to explain complex requirements, technical concepts, and timelines


• Ability to assess task- and project-level Level of Effort (LOE) for quoting


• Ability to develop complex system safety analyses and associated volumes based on certification requirements and customer needs


• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook


• Proficiency with AutoCAD (2D)


• Solidworks proficiency preferred


• INCOSE ASEP Certification preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Electrical Engineering with a focus on aircraft electrical and avionics systems, including compliance with FAA regulations and certification processes. Capable of leading complex projects, providing technical mentorship, and developing innovative design solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Electrical System Architecture


• FAA Certification Processes


• ARINC 429 Integration


• AutoCAD Proficiency


• SAE ARP 4754B Application

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Electrical Engineering


• Avionics Design


• System Safety Analyses


• Wiring Diagrams Development


• Electrical Load Analyses


• FMEA


• Multi-Protocol Electrical Systems


• Technical Data Preparation


• Project Management


• Complex System Development

Soft Skills

• Technical Mentorship


• Cross-Functional Collaboration


• Complex Problem Solving


• Effective Communication


• Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

• INCOSE ASEP Certification

Industry Keywords

• 14 CFR Parts 21, 27, and 29


• FAA STCs


• Field Approvals


• Military Standards
  
• Electrical/Communication Systems

Tools & Technologies

• AutoCAD


• Microsoft Suite


• Solidworks