Principal Electrical Engineer (Sign-On bonus / Relocation Available for Select Candidates)

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead innovative projects in electrical engineering. This role involves collaborating with design teams, troubleshooting circuits, and mentoring junior engineers. You will be responsible for developing manufacturing processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and supports your professional growth with excellent benefits, including paid time off and a supportive culture. If you have a strong background in electrical engineering and a passion for technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Qualifications

• 15+ years of electrical engineering experience with circuit board design.
• Strong knowledge of design-to-manufacturing processes and MIL standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design engineering on new product releases.
• Transition designs to manufacturing and drive continuous process improvements.

Skills

Circuit Board Design

High-Speed Digital Design

PCB Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

LTspice

SAP

Agile

MS Office

Job description

Principal Electrical Engineer (Sign-On bonus / Relocation Available for Select Candidates)

As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will perform analyses, design, and assembly related to electrical engineering projects. Your responsibilities include developing, implementing, and maintaining manufacturing methods, operation sequences, and processes for parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies. You will collaborate with design engineering to coordinate new product releases, troubleshoot electrical circuits to identify root causes, define corrective actions, and maintain records for manufacturing operations. Additionally, mentoring junior engineers on their technical development is part of your role.

Location: Dayton, OH or Portland, OR

We Take Care of Our People:

Paid Time Off, 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing, Health and Wellness Benefits, Learning and Development Opportunities, Referral Program, Competitive Pay, Recognition, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (link), Inclusive & Supportive Culture (link)

Your Challenge:

• Collaborate with design engineering on new product releases and review engineering drawings
• Use Altium to update schematics and layouts, create or improve designs
• Develop and validate Interface Control Documents (ICD)
• Integrate electrical and mechanical parts for customer applications, including software/firmware updates
• Transition designs to manufacturing
• Support existing designs and model circuitry in LTspice
• Perform operational or methods analyses per MIL and AS9100 standards
• Evaluate engineering changes and serve as technical liaison across departments
• Establish manufacturing process flows and work instructions
• Review electronic components for compliance
• Create and update manufacturing procedures
• Drive continuous process improvements
• Other duties as assigned

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering; Master’s preferred
• 15+ years’ electrical engineering experience
• Experience in circuit board design in Altium
• High-Speed Digital design experience
• Knowledge of design-to-manufacturing processes
• Ability to layout boards in Altium and model circuits in LTspice
• Experience with circuit analysis, impedance matching, and reliability testing
• Familiarity with MIL standards and power supply design
• PCB troubleshooting skills
• Strong work ethic, communication skills, and attention to detail
• Knowledge of ERP systems like SAP and Agile, proficiency in MS Office

Who We Are:

Details about our core values, environmental, social, governance commitments, and product focus in defense and aerospace applications. Join our agile Mission Solutions team to develop innovative technology solutions for defense and aerospace platforms.