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AV · 20 hours ago

Electrical Engineer, Sr.

Simi Valley, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$118K/yr - $167K/yr

8+ years exp

AeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. The Sr. Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and maintains electrical control systems for small unmanned aircraft vehicles, focusing on specifications, reliability, and safety.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Operates computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks. Performs electronic engineering support activities on R&D projects

Coordinates manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation and testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes and design requirements

Inspects completed installations and observes operations to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational & safety standards

Works with avionics, embedded systems and Radio Frequency (RF) links. Supports Flight Test operations, as needed

Troubleshoots complex systems. Documents designs with engineering drawings and written descriptions. Operates computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks

Performs design and analysis tasks under general supervision and may be involved in developing budgets, estimating labor, material and construction costs. Demonstrates familiarity with HDL programming, C/C++, PCB design process and UAV subsystems along with associated software

Assesses root cause to critical issues and contributes to sustainability and reliability of products. Consistent in demonstrating ability to research and re-engineer to propose alternate solutions to issues. Demonstrates full understanding & knowledge of engineering principles within the specific technical discipline

Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of variable factors. Makes decisions that have direct impact on project costs & schedule. Makes complex design decisions to meet stated requirements

Provides technical supervision across disciplines and leads a small team or project to accomplish established goals. May supervise the activities of others (Team Lead)

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringAltium DesignerRadio Frequency (RF)Embedded SystemsPower ElectronicsHDL ProgrammingC/C++PCB DesignTroubleshootingAnalytical SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem SolvingCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Minimum of 8 – 12 years of relevant experience

Proficient with office software, computer-based productivity tools and other software tools in one's area of expertise

Experienced using Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout

Experienced in one or more areas: Radio Frequency (RF), embedded control, FPGA

Experienced with power electronics, including motors and Battery Technology (lead acid, Nickel metal hybrid & Lithium ion)

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems

Demonstrated familiarity of common industry protocols (LVDS, I2C, HDMI, UART, SPI, CAN, USB)

Knowledge of Engineering fundamentals, mathematics, physics & material properties

Some travel may be required in support of flight test operations (up to 30%)

Must have a clean driving record

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction