Systems Engineer

WHIPPANY ACTUATION SYSTEMS LLC; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Whippany Actuation Systems seeks a detail‑oriented Systems Engineer to define architecture for Military and Aerospace electromechanical systems. You will lead control system design decisions, coordinate electrical designs for production and retrofit, and draft technical documents for customer inquiries.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, 3 years in aerospace/defense, US work authorization, and ability to travel up to 10% domestically or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 3 years of engineering experience in aerospace/defense or a high-technology manufacturing environment.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%.
• Authorization to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Lead system architecture design decisions for control system approaches and allocation to components.
• Coordinate electrical system designs for new production and retrofit applications, including circuit analysis and qualification support.
• Write technical documentation and proposals in response to customer inquiries.
• Collaborate in cross-functional teams to improve manufacturability, reliability, and cost targets.
• Travel occasionally for customer visits and industry meetings.

Skills

System architecture

Electrical design

Electromechanical design

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

DOORS

MATLAB/Simulink

Power systems 270VDC

Job description

Whippany Actuation Systems, a fast-paced and innovative aerospace manufacturer specializing in electromechanical actuators for both commercial and military applications, is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join our team as our newest Systems Engineer. In this role, you will establish the proper architecture for Military and Aerospace electromechanical systems, determining both electrical and mechanical component features through system modeling/simulation methods.

In this role, you would typically:

• Lead system architecture design decisions in areas of control system approaches considering aircraft performance requirements allocation to system components, system performance prediction, and requirements tracking.
• Lead internal system design decisions based on customer requirements and coordinate electrical system designs for new production as well as retrofit applications, including evaluation of capability, analog circuit analysis, failure modes analysis, prototype hardware build and support for qualification testing.
• Write technical documentation and proposals in response to customer inquiries.
• Participate in a cross-functional team in support of electrical engineering designs for manufacturability, functionality, reliability, requirement compliance, ease-of-assembly, and cost reduction targets.
• Travel occasionally, domestic or international, for customer visits and industry meetings.

We require:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university.
• 3 years’ engineering experience working in aerospace, defense or an equivalent high technology manufacturing environment.
• Ability to travel, domestically and internationally, up to 10%.
• Authorization to work in the US.

Eligibility Requirements:

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Whippany Actuation Systems will require proof of status before employment.

We would really like to see:

• Experience with aerospace grade electronic circuit card design, and designing and troubleshooting electro-mechanical assemblies and components.
• Knowledge of military and aerospace specifications and regulations.
• Familiarity with DOORS requirement management software, 270 VDC power systems, MatLab/Simulink.

Compensation and Benefits:

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $110,000 to $160,000 per year. Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. If hired, the employee will be in an “at-will position.”

At Whippany Actuation Systems, we believe that our success can only be credited to the hard work and dedication of our employees. To support our employees, we offer a variety of benefit options so they can choose the coverage based on what is important to their unique lifestyle. These include medical, dental, vision, ID protection, legal insurance, pet insurance, tuition assistance program, and an employee assistance program. In addition, we provide 401K with immediate company match, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Lastly, active employees are eligible for generous paid time off including 12 paid holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time.

Whippany Actuation Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Individuals who have a disability and would like to request an accommodation with regard to the application and selection process (i.e. the online application or interviews) or have questions regarding our website accessibility, may call 973-560-6662.

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