Sr Electrical Engineer - Instrumentation

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here. Are you ready to unleash your technical creativity? Dream, Innovate, Inspire and Empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination! As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be a technical leader in the design, development, and testing of electrical/electronic systems for highly complex aerospace and defense applications. You will drive innovation, provide technical direction, and ensure the successful delivery of high-performance products. Responsibilities: Lead the instrumentation effort from design to de-modification through requirements development, design, lab test, integration, and test operations support Plan, participate, and execute test plan development to ensure objective results are of sound quality Responsible for developing, modifying, and implementing standard operating procedures for instrumentation hardware and system design Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, systems, and test engineers to ensure seamless integration of instrumentation systems. Maintain, document, and control NIST standards for calibration and verification of measurement equipment. Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related role. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. Expert proficiency in electrical/electronic design and validation techniques. Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices. Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools. Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams. Experience analyzing and interpreting electrical/electronic system federal rules and regulations, including Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) requirements. Understanding of electrical/electronic Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and System Safety Assessment (SSA) concepts. Qualifications We Prefer: Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field. Extensive experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for electrical applications. Experience composing and evaluating an Electrical Load Analysis (ELA). Experience with circuit modeling, simulation, and analysis. Knowledge of industry-standard electrical design principles, to include, but not limited to model-based definition, electrical component selection, manufacturing, and production processes. Familiarity with Electromagnetic Effects (EME) to include Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI). Familiarity with design requirements related to High Intensity Radiated Field (HIRF) and Indirect Effects of Lightning (IEL). Experience in digital or analog circuit design and schematic capture. Understanding of the printed circuit board layout process and tools. Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry Experience with extensive ground and flight test programs Familiar with Ethernet, 1553, ARINC 429, and CAN bus protocol Familiar with Curtiss Wright and/or similar data acquisition systems Essential Functions: Ability to work on a computer for extended periods. Ability to travel as required. Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment. Precision in designing, testing and troubleshooting electrical/electronic systems and components. Ability to analyze complex electrical/electronic systems and evaluate performance data to identify problems and improve designs. Applying systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to diagnose and resolve electrical/electronic issues. Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management. Ability to understand technical documents, electrical/electronic schematics, and electronic instrument measurements. Ability to handle small components, tools, and equipment with precision. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.