Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the research, analysis, design, development, testing, debugging, and modification of electronic equipment used in the commercial aerospace industry. This includes VFMDs for vacuum generators and air compressors, AC/DC Power Converters, DC Valve Controllers, and System Controllers. The role involves taking ownership and supporting technical engineering teams and projects related to system components, interfacing with cross-functional groups to ensure robust and airworthy designs that meet budget, schedule, and internal requirements and goals.

Responsibilities

Analyze customer requirements and validate them through analysis, modeling, prototyping, or based on previous product performance.Create and maintain hardware requirements specification and hardware interface control documents.Perform SPICE analysis of circuits using Altium/OrCAD PSPICE tools.Conduct analysis and MATLAB/Simulink modeling to generate control algorithms.Analyze and design magnetics for EMI filter, boost/buck inductors, and other input/output filters.Manage component selection and obsolescence.Design circuit and schematic capture using Altium/OrCAD tools.Create hardware design documents covering design analysis, notes, and specific guidelines.Provide inputs to PCB layout design.Perform worst-case load analysis (DC Load Analysis) on circuit designs.Conduct component derating and thermal analysis.Execute design performance margin analysis.Perform PCB board bring-up per the circuit design.Create PCB board level functional test procedures per circuit functional blocks.Develop design verification test procedure (DVTP) documents.Test electronics hardware to ensure requirements are met and generate test reports (DVTR).Find or create solutions to problems requiring research, resourcefulness, and creativity.Review and process engineering changes in the development of systems and equipment.Utilize sound technical problem-solving to support ongoing and new products.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized ABET accredited institution or equivalent.5+ years of electronics experience with a desire for mixed signal design experience.Ability to use electrical circuit simulation tools such as PSPICE and system level simulation tools such as PSIM/MATLAB/Simulink.Experience in analog and digital control systems and applications.Superior design skills in DC-DC converters, Active Rectifiers, Gate Drives, Voltage/Current Sensor Circuit designs, EMI filter designs.Hands-on experience using design/simulation tools such as Altium/OrCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, PSIM, PSPICE, and test equipment such as programmable power supplies, high-speed digital oscilloscopes, logic analyzers.Design-level understanding of communication protocols such as CAN, ARINC, SPI, RS-232.Experience in applying aerospace regulations such as DO-160 and DO-254 guidelines to electronics designs.Knowledge of major aerospace OEM electronics design guidelines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Design and develop instrumentation capabilities for product electrical parameter characterization and validation.Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment.Ability to provide leadership to other members of the engineering team.

Work Environment

The work environment involves collaboration with cross-functional groups and may require interfacing with suppliers and OEM customers. Engineers will utilize advanced design and simulation tools and test equipment to achieve project goals. The role demands adherence to aerospace industry standards and regulations, with a focus on innovation and problem-solving in a dynamic and supportive settin

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Carson, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carson,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.

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