Electrical Engineer
Job Description
The individual will prepare design data for electrical/electromechanical aircraft parts using reverse engineering practices and coordinate with certification and material engineers along with FAA Designated Engineering Representatives. They ensure that design features are consistent with functional performance and safety requirements for the aircraft system installation and with standard manufacturing practices. Additionally, the engineer investigates in-service equipment failures to determine root cause and develops repairs to return parts to service. This requires close communication with the engineering and sales teams to evaluate new project feasibility.
Essential Responsibilities
Draft sketches and models of parts
Conduct dimensional and electrical inspection of sample parts
Prepare detailed dimensional and electrical analysis reports
Research part function, failure modes, and operating conditions
Determine appropriate material and performance specifications based on material analyses and testing
Develop tolerance limits based on dimensional data, manufacturing capabilities, and part function
Prepare production drawings using industry standards
Troubleshoot failed in-service equipment to develop repair procedures for return to service
Provide engineering support for procurement, manufacturing, receiving, and certification of parts
Create technical documents using FAA guidelines and regulations
Work with Designated Engineering Representatives to deliver complete certification packages to the FAA
Experience and Skills
5+ years of full-time relevant work experience (design, manufacturing, quality)
CAD/3D modeling design experience
Familiarity with aerospace specifications and processes
Experience and/or familiarity with Circuit Board Design and/or Reverse Engineering a plus
Develop, plan, and implement automated testing procedures and equipment (ATE) for electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and Pneumatic Aircraft systems and components.
Experience with analog and digital interfaces, electronic analysis techniques and laboratory test equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other related test equipment.
Familiar with I/O DAQ systems such as NI/Labview, MCCDAQ/DASYLab, and MATLAB
Demonstrated general knowledge of drafting standards
Proficient with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MS Office applications, Adobe Acrobat
Skilled in writing technical documents
Experience in reverse engineering is desired
Shop time or other hands-on experience is preferred
Experience with avionics, communications, lighting and/or electrical aircraft systems is preferred
Understanding and familiarity with FAA standards is preferred
Detail oriented and highly organized
Education
Bachelors degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Compensation
Salary position commensurate with experience, bonus based on company and individual performance ($70k-105K)
We offer medical, dental, vision, life and other insurance options; 401k with 100% match on first 4%; full time workers get paid holidays, vacation & sick/personal leave accrued on hire date.
About Us
PG Aerotech is an equal opportunity employer. For more information go to our website at www.pgaerotech.com