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Senior Electronics Engineer (VideoRay)

AeroVironment

United States

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USD 90,000 - 120,000

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Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer who will lead in designing and developing electronic systems and PCBs. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills and experience in electronics design and debugging. Join us in innovative projects to create advanced unmanned aircraft and tactical systems, contributing to a team that values initiative and collaboration.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package including medical and dental
401K with company matching
Paid holiday shutdown
9/80 work schedule

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required.
  • Hands-on PCB/Electronic system debugging and verification experience needed.
  • Experience developing firmware with Tivaware is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Design and revise electronics PCBs.
  • Perform FA inspection on PCB’s and other electronic modules.
  • Evaluate electrical systems and apply knowledge of electronics.

Skills

Problem Solving
Communication
PCB Circuit Design
Teamwork
Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

Worker Type

Regular


Job Description

Summary
The Senior Electronics Engineer acts as a lead electrical designer and is primarily responsible for developing schematics, production files and procedures, and test and evaluation criteria for PCB and other electrical systems. He/she is also responsible for new development as well as supporting production and QC as needed. He/she identifies process deficiencies and develops solutions to correct deficiencies and improve processes. In this role, he/she helps mentor and collaborates with junior Electrical Engineers, providing leadership and training.

Position Responsibilities

  • Design and revise electronics PCBs
  • Evaluates electrical systems, products, and components, applying knowledge of electronics and materials
  • Assures product quality by designing electrical testing methods and providing Q/C acceptance criteria and procedures capabilities
  • Perform FA inspection on PCB’s and other electronic modules
  • Work within the existing firmware architecture to implement alterations, bug fixes, and performance enhancements, while documenting changes and maintaining version control for traceability
  • When needed support production and QC to keep production cycles uninterrupted
  • Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
  • Proficient with office software, computer-based productivity tools and other software tools in one's area of expertise
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • PCB Circuit Design production experience from product level requirements, including schematic capture, component placement, libraries, layout, and simulation
  • Hands-on experience with PCB/Electronic system bring-up, debugging, and functional verification
  • Experience working cross functionally with power, mechanical, and firmware during product development
  • Experience in developing firmware with Tivaware with Code Composer is a plus
  • Motivated and result-driven team player with strong communication skills, demonstrable sense of ownership Experienced using Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

  • Experience with underwater remote operated vehicles Advanced degree is preferred
  • Works well independently & complies with company policies and procedures
  • Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
  • Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
  • Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
  • Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
  • Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Focused on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

  • Ability to work in an office (Constant)
  • Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

ITAR Requirement:

T his position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data,sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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