Sr. Electrical Engineer (Sign on Bonus Available for Select Candidates!)

Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Aston Township (PA)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Paid Time Off
401K with Employer Match and Profit Sh
Health and Wellness Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Referral Program
Competitive Pay
Recognition
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://
Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https:

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems / ESCO seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer at Aston, PA to design, develop, and integrate aircraft arresting electrical and control systems across hardware and software domains. The role emphasizes power/control circuit design, PLC-based control, and human-machine interfaces.

The position is on-site at the Aston, PA facility with travel less than 10%. You will build proof-of-concept prototypes, lead hardware/software integration, and transition designs to

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar).
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Familiarity with industry standards for electrical engineering processes.
  • Proven success in taking control/electrical systems from concept through design, integration, and acceptance testing.
  • Experience with SCADA and/or NI-based control and data acquisition systems.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot hardware/software.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to lead technical discussions and interface with engineering, program management, and customers.
  • Must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

  • Define electrical and control system architectures: hardware, software, communication, and interfaces based on function and operational requirements.
  • Develop and maintain system-level specifications, interface control documents, system requirements specifications, and hardware requirements specifications.
  • Design the electrical power and control circuits for new production systems: power distribution, motor control, protection circuits, signal conditioning, and control panel design.
  • Build proof-of-concept prototypes and lead hardware/software integration, subsystem testing, and full-system validation.
  • Transition designs to manufacturing through complete design packages that enable in-house manufacturing or external sourcing.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop, trace, and verify system, hardware, and software requirements.
  • Influence the design direction of future products by contributing to architectural standards, reusable frameworks, and system engineering best practices.
  • Required travel time is less than 10%.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge
Analytical thinking
Problem solving
Communication skills
Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA
NI-based control

Job description

US-PA-Aston (ESCO)

Full time

JR11682

Senior Electrical Engineer

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and integration of aircraft arresting electrical and control systems across hardware and software domains. The successful candidate has a strong track record of solving technical challenges across power/control circuit design, PLC-based control systems, and human-machine interfaces.

This role is fully on-site at the Aston, PA facility.

Location: Aston, PA (on-site)

Salary: $115,000 to $130,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

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 (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx)
  • Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/)
Your Challenge:
  • Define electrical and control system architectures: hardware, software, communication, and interfaces based on function and operational requirements.
  • Develop and maintain system-level specifications, interface control documents, system requirements specifications, and hardware requirements specifications.
  • Design the electrical power and control circuits for new production systems: power distribution, motor control, protection circuits, signal conditioning, and control panel design.
  • Build proof-of-concept prototypes and lead hardware/software integration, subsystem testing, and full-system validation.
  • Transition designs to manufacturing through complete design packages that enable in-house manufacturing or external sourcing.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop, trace, and verify system, hardware, and software requirements.
  • Influence the design direction of future products by contributing to architectural standards, reusable frameworks, and system engineering best practices.
  • Required travel time is less than 10%.
What You Bring:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar).
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience. Preference given for defense or aerospace/defense industry.
  • Familiarity with industry standards for electrical engineering processes.
  • Proven success in taking control/electrical systems from concept through design, integration, and acceptance testing.
  • Experience with SCADA and/or NI-based control and data acquisition systems.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot hardware/software.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to lead technical discussions and interface with engineering, program management, and customers.
  • Must be a US Citizen.
Who We Are

Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems / ESCO, a business unit of Curtiss-Wright's EMS Division, is a world leader in emergency arresting systems for military aircraft. With two facilities, located in Aston, PA (USA), and Gente, France, Curtiss-Wright Arresting Gear / ESCO specializes in land-based arresting systems.

For more information, please visit us at Curtiss-Wright EMS - Arresting Systems / ESCO (cw-ems.com) (https://www.cw-ems.com/arresting-systems/default.aspx)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:
Opportunity:

As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work:

The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment:

The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.

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