Senior Aircraft Electrical Engineer – VIP Cabin Upgrades

Citadel Aviation; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Citadel Aviation, LLC in Lake Charles, LA, seeks an Aircraft Electrical Engineer to design, analyze, certify, and modify electrical systems for VIP aircraft. You will prepare reports, drawings, tests, and installation instructions, coordinating with project managers and suppliers to ensure on-time, compliant delivery.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering and 7+ years in aviation electrical engineering, including STC/ODA experience, with strong leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 7+ years in aviation electrical engineering with design, certification, and modification experience.
• Experience with STC, ODA, and airworthiness certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze electrical systems and components for interior modifications and avionics upgrades.
• Prepare electrical reports, Engineering Authorizations (EAs), drawings, analyses, and test plans.
• Develop cabin electrical modification/installation work instructions and procedures.
• Coordinate electrical aspects of project schedules with project managers.
• Support electrical kit development and parts suppliers.
• Coordinate with foreign and domestic approval authorities as needed.
• Lead by example, maintain safety and quality in re-delivery of aircraft.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Citadel Aviation, LLC in Lake Charles, LA, seeks an Aircraft Electrical Engineer to design, analyze, certify, and modify electrical systems for VIP aircraft. You will prepare reports, drawings, tests, and installation instructions, coordinating with project managers and suppliers to ensure on-time, compliant delivery.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering and 7+ years in aviation electrical engineering, including STC/ODA experience, with strong leadership