Electrical Engineer IV

Acutronic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid benefits

401k match

Holidays and Paid Leave

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Acutronic is seeking an Electrical Engineer IV in Austin, TX to own New Product Introduction projects from proposal through qualification testing and production support. You will influence product line development and lead embedded electronics design across actuation systems, turbo generators, and power distribution.

Responsibilities include detailed hardware design, MATLAB/SIMULINK modeling, system architecture, and mentoring junior engineers in a fast-paced aerospace setting.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical/ Electronics/ Computer Engineering required, MS preferred.
• 12+ years hardware design experience for aerospace grade systems.
• Experience with motor controls and power distribution in complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead embedded electrical design for actuation and power systems.
• Develop models and simulations to validate performance.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive design reviews and knowledge transfer.
• Create hardware cradle-to-grave designs including schematics and PCB layouts.
• Support proposal efforts and contribute to project schedules and cost estimates.

Skills

Motor control

Power electronics

Embedded systems

Real-time systems

System modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

PCB layout

Job description

Join our Team!

We offer 100% employer-paid benefits and an opportunity to join a dynamic team working on cutting edge technologies!

Acutronic is looking for an Electrical Engineer IV to join our Austin, TX location. The engineer in this role will have broad hands‑on responsibility and ownership of New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from proposal through qualification testing and production support. The incumbent will have significant influence on the development of the product line and the advancement of Acutronic Aerospace Components in the marketplace.

Electrical Engineer IV

Your Roles/Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed electrical design and development of embedded control systems in support of the following Acutronic product lines:
  • Actuation Systems
  • Turbo Generators
  • Power Generation, Conversion, and Distribution
  • Micro-thrust Turbines
• Support proposal efforts in a fast‑paced aerospace environment:
  • Assess customer system level requirements
  • Develop derived requirements
  • Produce requirements compliance matrix
  • Generate engineering models of proposed designs with substantiating analysis balancing rigor and speed
  • Contribute to estimating recurring and non‑recurring costs
  • Contribute to the development of project schedules
• Develop detailed system performance models using MATLAB/SIMULINK (or equivalent)
• Allocate system requirements to components and subsystems
• Architect embedded electronic systems based on end item and derived requirements in support of the following Acutronic product lines:
  • Actuation Systems
  • Turbo Generators
  • Power Generation, Conversion, and Distribution
  • Micro-thrust Turbines
• Mentor more junior engineers on the electronic systems team in support of the growth and success of the electronic systems team
• Participate in activities that support the growth and development of the electronic systems team including standardization of design activities, workflows, reviews, and knowledge transfer
• Design and develop electronic hardware cradle to grave, including component selection, schematic capture, simulation, PCB/A layout, and all supporting analyses:
  • Brushless DC Motor control (Trap, FOC) using Real-time MCU/DSP technology
  • Power electronics for motor control, active rectification, DC-DC conversion, and distribution
  • Integration of various sensors used in closed loop control systems (resolver, VDT, pressure, current, HED)
  • Analog front end conditioning for various sensors
• Assist in designing and developing firmware and software to support the systems/technologies mentioned above
• Perform hands on bring up, integration, and troubleshooting of embedded control and power generation systems
• Design and develop test stands, fixtures, and procedures for the validation/verification of embedded electronics
• Perform validation and verification of product requirements
• Prepare documentation in support of customer and internal deliverables (reports, presentations)
• Perform in depth analysis of complex embedded electronic systems and prepare documentation in support of communicating context and results of analysis

Your Profile/Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university, required, Master’s Degree in Engineering preferred
• At least twelve years of relevant hardware experience designing and developing:
  • Motor controls and electromechanical control systems
  • Power conditioning and distribution systems (2+kW)
  • Systems with common aerospace communication interfaces (RS-485/RS-422, CAN, etc.)
  • Real‑time systems
• Experience with:
  • Navigating firmware in embedded electronic systems
  • Failure investigation and formal RCCA activities
  • Safety and reliability assessment (MTBF/FTA, etc.)
  • Aerospace configuration management and control
  • Prior experience working in an aerospace quality control (AS9100) and manufacturing environment, preferred
  • 10-15% domestic travel required to support customer / supplier visits

We Offer:

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k match
• Company-paid holidays and Paid-Leave Time
• 9/80 schedule

About Acutronic:

The Acutronic Group has a proud history of building technologies and teams that are crucial to the aerospace, defense, and transportation industries.

Acutonic's Simulation & Test Division is the global market leader in high-performance motion simulation and test equipment. Our rate tables and advanced centrifuges are used to test or calibrate inertial sensors, navigation systems, and stabilized electro-optics. Hardware‑In‑the‑Loop motion simulators replicate the flight motion profiles and engagement scenarios of missiles. Geotechnical centrifuges and their related accessories are designed to study the behavior of structures, soil mechanics, and earthquakes. Our vibration test systems (shaker tables) allow users to carry out environmental tests to ensure the robustness or quality of manufactured products. The Division also develops and refurbishes stabilized or gimbaled‑platforms utilized in applications such as tracking mounts, gun turrets, and directed‑energy systems.

Acutonic's Aerospace Components Division manufactures specialty components for use on uncrewed aerial vehicles, land defense applications, and missile systems. These products are used on next‑generation aerospace programs and include a range of electric power systems, servo‑actuators, micro‑turbines, and Hybrid-Electric-Propulsion-Systems. We offer standard products and excel at designing highly customized solutions for demanding mission requirements.

The Acutronic Group employs approximately 300 employees across sites in Austin, Texas; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Switzerland; Germany; France; and India.

Acutronic ActuationInc.

3401 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX 78721

acutronic.com

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Acutronic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail] or phone [phone].