Electrical Engineer II

AV; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 116,025; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AV is seeking an Electrical Engineer II in Petaluma, California. This role involves designing and evaluating electronic parts for aircraft systems. Candidates should have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience in RF and embedded systems.

The position offers a salary range of $82,000 - $116,025, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, mathematics, physics & material properties.
• Proficient with office software and productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, modifies and evaluates electronic parts.
• Drives system integration, assembly procedures, and test procedures.
• Troubleshoots complex systems from a hardware and software perspective.

Skills

Altium Designer

Radio Frequency (RF)

Embedded control

FPGA

Power electronics

Troubleshooting complex systems

Engineering fundamentals

Education

B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer II designs, develops, modifies and evaluates electronic parts, components or integrated circuitry for electronic equipment or other hardware systems and electrical engineering applications. In this role, one selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability as well as determines design approaches and parameters. Conducts general engineering and design of electronic systems on small unmanned aircraft vehicles with cross‑functional teams. May also review vendor capability to support product development.

Position Responsibilities

• Performs simulation and detailed design for digital and analog circuits
• Drives system integration, assembly procedures, and test procedures
• Documents designs with engineering drawings and written descriptions
• Troubleshoots complex systems from a hardware and software perspective
• Designs, builds, and tests prototypes expediently and efficiently. Works with avionics, embedded systems, and RF links
• Writes software to support integration of sensors and embedded processors
• Designs and implements circuit boards. Includes architecture, component selection, schematic capture, board layout, board bring‑up, and documentation
• Performs electronic engineering support activities on R&D projects
• Performs design & analysis tasks and writes fabrication & test procedures
• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 2‑5 years of relevant experience
• Experienced using Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout
• Experienced in one or more areas: Radio Frequency (RF), embedded control, FPGA
• Experienced with power electronics, including motors and lithium batteries
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems
• Demonstrated familiarity with common industry protocols (LVDS, I2C, HDMI, UART, SPI, CAN, USB)
• Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals, mathematics, physics & material properties
• Familiarity with Small UAV subsystems and associated software
• Proficient with office software, computer‑based productivity tools and other software tools in one's area of expertise
• Some travel up to 30% may be required in support of flight test operations
• Must have a clean driving record

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Advanced degree is preferred
• Flight test or R/C experience preferred
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with tools is preferred
• Consistently complies with company’s policies and procedures
• Follows standard practices and procedures when analyzing situations or data to obtain answers readily. Completes assigned tasks within schedule and budget
• Skilled at building productive internal and external working relationships and offers guidance to Associate Engineers. Shares ideas and experiences, solicits feedback and asks relevant questions
• Develops professional expertise and applies company policies & procedures to resolve a variety of issues
• Able to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Has effective problem‑solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player – focuses on teamwork, collaboration, and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent)

Salary Range

$82,000 - $116,025

ITAR Requirement

Requirements: U.S. citizenship may be required. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR and/or EAR.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.