Lead Electrical Engineer – Aerospace & Defense Systems

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 113,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC in Hagerstown, MD is actively seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of complex electrical/electronic systems for aerospace/defense applications. The role demands technical leadership, collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams, and guidance to junior engineers.

The position emphasizes EWIS compliance, FMEA/SSA awareness, and rigorous testing to ensure high-performance products, with a path toward strategic improvement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related role.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Expert proficiency in electrical/electronic design and validation techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools.
• Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting electrical/electronic system federal rules and regulations, including Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) requirements.
• Understanding of electrical/electronic Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and System Safety Assessment (SSA) concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the design and development of electrical/electronic systems.
• In some applications, lead and execute the development of circuit card assemblies.
• Lead and provide technical guidance for implementation of electrical wiring design practices.
• Conduct and oversee comprehensive testing and validation of electronic systems and components.
• Perform expert-level troubleshooting and debugging of electronic circuits.
• Develop, document, and review high-level technical designs, test plans, and results.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success.
• Lead design reviews and provide strategic technical insights.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, promoting technical growth.
• Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement of engineering processes.

Skills

Electrical design

Testing/validation

Multidisciplinary collaboration

EWIS knowledge

FMEA/SSA knowledge

CA tools experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Computer Aided Engineering

Job description

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC in Hagerstown, MD is actively seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of complex electrical/electronic systems for aerospace/defense applications. The role demands technical leadership, collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams, and guidance to junior engineers.

The position emphasizes EWIS compliance, FMEA/SSA awareness, and rigorous testing to ensure high-performance products, with a path toward strategic improvement and