Electrical Engineer III (Hardware) - Defense Systems Division

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO & holidays

Parental leave

Disability programs

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation, Defense Systems Division in Irvine, CA, seeks an Electrical Engineer III to design and test electronics hardware for advanced military and commercial platforms. You will lead projects, perform analyses, and contribute to qualification testing and automation.

Requires a B.E. in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years' experience, and strong schematic capture (OrCAD). U.S. citizenship is required; occasional travel may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years related experience with electronic systems, design, analysis, testing and troubleshooting.
• Schematic capture is required; OrCAD experience preferred.
• PCB layout knowledge and familiarity with construction/assembly techniques of circuit cards.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design electronic circuits, systems, and processes for various applications.
• Perform analyses, simulations, and calculations to validate designs.
• Support testing for qualification and production; develop test fixtures and automation as needed.
• Participate in design reviews across multiple disciplines (analog, digital, RF, FPGA/HDL, DSP).
• Troubleshoot failures to identify root causes and corrective actions; write plans and reports.
• Present data to engineers, other departments, and customers; work independently and in teams.
• Occasionally travel for field support or offsite testing; mentor other engineers and technicians.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (plus)

Tools

OrCAD

Oscilloscope

DMM

Function generators

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

LabVIEW

Job description

Position Summary

The Defense Systems Division is part of the Parker Aerospace Group, located in Irvine, California. Our products are used across military and commercial platforms globally. We specialize in cutting edge thermal management systems and components including fans, pumps and compressors, ammunition handling systems, weapon scoring systems, dynamic pressure sensors, piezoelectric accelerometers, towed targets, reeling machines, and associated telemetry.

For over fifty years, we have been a leader in defense products, contributing to the operational success of some of the most advanced military platforms worldwide.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Electrical Engineer III will carry out engineering assignments related to the planning, design, and testing of electronics hardware in various systems and applications. Supports higher level engineers and often leads projects and tasks as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Designs electronic circuits, systems, and processes.


• Performs analyses, simulations, and calculations to ensure the suitability of design.


• Supports testing for engineering qualification and production support. May include design and development of test fixtures and automation.


• Participates in design reviews. Systems may involve one or more of the following:
  
  
  
  • Analog Circuits
  
  
  • Digital Circuits
  
  
  • RF Circuits
  
  
  • FPGA/HDL
  
  
  • Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
  
  
  • Algorithm Development (pattern recognition, object tracking, control systems)
  
  
  • LabView Automation
  
  
  
  


• Troubleshoots and analyzes failures to identify root cause and corrective actions.


• Writes plans, procedures, and reports as required.


• Presents data to other engineers, other departments, and customers as required.


• Works independently and also cooperatively with interdepartmental teams.


• May occasionally travel for field support or conduct offsite testing.


• Often delegates tasks and gives guidance to other engineers, technicians, designers, and drafters.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Master's degree in electrical engineering is considered a plus.


• 5+ years related experience with electronic systems and circuit design, analysis, integration, testing, and troubleshooting.


• Schematic capture is required. Experience in OrCAD is preferred.


• Knowledge in guiding PCB layout and familiarity with construction and assembly techniques of circuit cards.


• Knowledge of drawing and drafting standards.


• Experience with the use of standard test equipment such as oscilloscope, DMM, function generators, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.


• Must have strong oral/written communication skills.


• Strong organizational skills are essential to be successful in this role.


• Must be a US Citizen.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of design of motor drive and control is desirable.


• Experience and training in the Military/Aerospace Industry is desirable.


• Understanding of military specifications, IPC standards, and other industry standards and best practices is a plus.


• Project leadership experience and knowledge of project engineering methods is a plus.


• Eligibility to obtain a DoD Security Clearance is a plus.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $102305 to $170240 annually


• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.


• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.


• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.


• Career development and tuition reimbursement.


• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.


• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.


• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.
(Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)
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Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.