Work Arrangement
This is an onsite position in Tampa, FL, Huntsville , or Northern, VA.
Job Overview
The Senior Electrical Engineer position plays a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining electrical systems, components, and leading larger projects. As a Senior Level position, ownership of larger projects and leadership of teams will be expected. This key player will combine technical expertise, leadership, and problem-solving skills to design, implement, and maintain electrical systems such as vehicle avionics, battery and power subsystems, radio communication systems, navigation, and computer vision systems, etc.
Essential Functions
- Design, develop and test electrical systems and equipment for military, industrial, commercial, and consumer use related to Unmanned Systems (UAVs, UGVs, USVs) of various types.
- Oversee the selection of components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability and determines design approaches and parameters.
- Collaborate with avionics, embedded systems (microcontrollers, FPGAs, Single Board Computers etc…), and Radio Frequency (RF) links. Supports Flight Test operations, as needed.
- Develop and maintain electrical control systems, including wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Lead design reviews, integration events, and flight test readiness activities
- Analyze and interpret technical data, such as specifications, blueprints, and schematics, to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations. Familiarity with military standards related to reliability and safety.
- Collaborate with and lead teams of other engineers, technicians, and clients to identify and resolve technical issues and improve system performance.
- Plan and oversee the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment.
- Troubleshoot electrical problems and provide technical support to production staff as needed.
- Lead internal R&D efforts, and aid in the transition of these efforts into production
- Develop and implement quality control processes to ensure product reliability and performance.
- Lead rapid prototyping, system bring-up, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing
- Lead customer funded efforts, and aid in the transition of these efforts into production.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Standard Essential Functions
- Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
- Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of common industry protocols (LVDS, I2C, HDMI, UART, SPI, CAN, USB, MIPI)
- Extremely knowledgeable in circuit design with knowledge of embedded microcontrollers, video image processing, battery technology, motor controllers, and power distribution.
- Strong knowledge of electrical design software for schematic capture and PCB layout (Altium (Preferred), Eagle PCB, Autodesk Fusion360, KICAD, etc...)
- Strong knowledge of electrical simulation tools such as LTspice
- Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) simulation tools such as ANSYS HFSS or CST Microwave Studio is beneficial.
- Strong MCAD skills with Autodesk Fusion360 and/or SolidWorks are beneficial.
- Familiarity with gas and battery-powered Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and associated avionics and electronics such as IMUs, AHRS, BLDC motors, etc...
- Strong knowledge of embedded processors such as ARM, and embedded programming skills therein with C/C++
- Test and Debug abilities with common lab equipment including DMMs, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, Logic Analyzers, etc...
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good leadership skills including managing a team through software such as Jira
- Ability to problem solve at a high level and carry out a vision by leading a team into appropriate technical solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Education / Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field
- Master's degree in an applicable electrical engineering or related field is preferred
Experience
- 9+ years of electrical enineering experience
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
- Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
- Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time
For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.
Security Clearance
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
About AEVEX
AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
- 9+ years of electrical engineering experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret DoD clearance; U.S. Citizenship required
- Extensive knowledge of industry protocols: LVDS, I2C, HDMI, UART, SPI, CAN, USB, MIPI
- Deep circuit design expertise including embedded microcontrollers, video image processing, battery technology, motor controllers, and power distribution
- Strong experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium preferred; Eagle, KICAD, Autodesk Fusion360)
- Proficiency with electrical simulation tools such as LTspice
- Familiarity with RF simulation tools (ANSYS HFSS or CST Microwave Studio)
- MCAD skills with Autodesk Fusion360 and/or SolidWorks
- Experience with embedded processors (ARM) and embedded programming in C/C++
- Experience collaborating with avionics, FPGAs, single board computers, and RF links; familiarity with IMUs, AHRS, BLDC motors and UAV avionics
- Test and debug proficiency with lab equipment (DMM, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, VNA, logic analyzer)
- Leadership experience managing engineering teams and leading design reviews, integration, and flight test activities; familiarity with Jira
- Experience with rapid prototyping, system bring-up, HIL testing, and transitioning R&D to production
- Master's degree in electrical engineering or related field
What We Do
AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company’s capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Massachusetts, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
