Remote Senior Electrical Engineer, Aerospace Seating

Pratt & Whitney; United States; Remote; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace interiors team is hiring a senior level Electrical Engineer to lead electrical systems on executive aircraft seating programs. You will modify and upgrade features, manage wiring, lighting, and in-flight entertainment integration for high-end seating products.

The role requires strong design and validation skills, collaboration across engineering and manufacturing, and active involvement in certification activities to meet aerospace standards.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• U.S. Person required - Job requires access to ITAR or 600/500-series EAR information or hardware
• Experience working in fast-paced environments and managing projects of varying complexity to meet cost and schedule objectives
• Experience leading teams and collaborating with cross-functional engineering groups to achieve program objectives
• Experience with electrical system integration, validation testing, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
• Proficiency with digital engineering tools such as Teamcenter 14, Siemens NX, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and vendor component datasheets
• Experience creating technical documentation including block diagrams, cable/harness drawings, parts lists, and installation drawings
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment using tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and related test equipment

Responsibilities

• Serve as the electrical lead on aircraft seating programs from kickoff through completion, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and aligned with customer and internal requirements
• Develop, integrate, and validate electrical systems including seat actuation, lighting, comfort, and In-Flight Entertainment systems
• Create and maintain System block diagrams, Pin-to-pin wiring diagrams, Harness drawings, 3D electrical routing models and 2D electrical installation drawings
• Supporting technical documentation in accordance with internal and aerospace standards and processes
• Lead design and peer reviews and present technical solutions during customer milestone reviews
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical components into complex seat assemblies
• Support certification activities for OEM and regulatory compliance, including Airbus, Boeing, FAA, and EASA requirements, as well as applicable environmental and safety standards
• Partner with Supply Chain and external suppliers on component selection, design reviews, qualification, and production readiness
• Participate in prototype and production seat builds, continuous improvement initiatives, design reviews, and product lifecycle support activities
• Support testing and troubleshooting at the component, subassembly, and full-seat levels to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability
• Investigate production and field issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions

Skills

Electrical Systems Integration

Project Leadership

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Electrical Testing

Digital Engineering Tools

Education

STEM Degree

Advanced Degree (preferred)

Tools

Teamcenter 14

Siemens NX

Microsoft Office

Job description

Collins Aerospace interiors team is hiring a senior level Electrical Engineer to lead electrical systems on executive aircraft seating programs. You will modify and upgrade features, manage wiring, lighting, and in-flight entertainment integration for high-end seating products.

The role requires strong design and validation skills, collaboration across engineering and manufacturing, and active involvement in certification activities to meet aerospace standards.