Electrical Systems and Equipment Engineer

Robinson Helicopter Co; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group health plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Robinson Helicopter Co in Torrance, CA is looking for an experienced Electrical Systems and Equipment Engineer to design and validate electrical systems for rotorcraft applications. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and demonstrated CAD experience.

Join an engineering-focused organization where you can contribute to exciting projects and benefit from professional growth opportunities, including comprehensive health plans and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with CAD and manufacturing design.
• Proven self-starter with problem-solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems and equipment for rotorcraft.
• Create wiring diagrams and specifications.
• Conduct tests for components and aircraft.
• Interface with other engineers for design solutions.

Skills

Computer-aided design

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Location: Torrance, CA 90505

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Shift: Day

Founded in 1973, Robinson Helicopter Company Inc. (RHC) is the preeminent manufacturer of civil rotorcraft located in Torrance, California. RHC has a 50-year history of commitment to providing affordable and quality aircraft with a wide range of applications. Almost 85% of our manufacturing processes, including production of parts and assembly, are performed in our Torrance location. We also offer comprehensive overhaul services while rapidly responding to customers’ needs to keep their aircraft flying. Our commitment to our vision of keeping our customers flying has earned RHC a variety of recognition from our customers.

Robinson is an engineering-focused organization that provides challenging and exciting opportunities to contribute to the future of vertical flight.

The Electrical Systems and Equipment Engineer is a member of the engineering team who is responsible for the design, validation, certification, and integration of electrical systems, equipment, and avionics for rotorcraft applications.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems and equipment for rotorcraft applications.
• Create wiring diagrams, specifications, processes, and other design data.
• Design, develop, integrate, and verify electrical systems, equipment, and avionics assemblies through the product development cycle.
• Conduct preliminary analysis of electrical loads to inform design decisions.
• Create detailed, assembly, and installation design definitions using CAD software.
• Oversee the development and manufacturing of prototype articles.
• Develop requirements, specifications, and processes.
• Identify, plan, and conduct tests for components, assemblies and aircraft in the laboratory, ground, and flight test environments as necessary to include test planning, conformity, instrumentation, test conduct, data analysis, and issue resolution.
• Interface with other engineers to determine the operating environment for design elements and resolve issues found during development and certification.
• Validate that designs meet customer expectations, design objectives, and the requirements of 14 CFR Part 27.
• Interface with suppliers to identify solutions to design problems, establish requirements, and ensure requirements are satisfied.
• Report project status, schedules, and risks.
• Develop processes and tools to improve the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the work.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with computer‑aided design and modeling with a focus on design for manufacturing.
• Proven self‑starter requiring minimal supervision, with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent academic record.
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Team‑oriented, possesses a positive attitude, and works well with others.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a related engineering field.
• Experience with engineering design, fabrication, integration, development, and testing for rotorcraft applications.

What can a career at RHC offer you?

We offer our employees opportunities for professional development, training, and learning. Our performance management system is structured to provide opportunities for career‑focused development, supported with a tuition reimbursement program.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary increases twice a year.
• Comprehensive group health plans including medical EPO, PPO, and high deductible health plans with Health Savings Account, dental, vision, and other supplemental plans beginning on the day you begin employment.
• Supplemental plans include voluntary life insurance and pet insurance.
• Competitive 401(k) plan.

Robinson Helicopter Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.