The Electrical Engineer will be a key individual in system design of small battery powered devices.
Client Details
A forward-thinking small business specializing in advanced electro-optical solutions for defense applications is seeking an Electrical Engineer. In this role, you will play a key part in the electrical design, layout, integration, and testing of complex electro-optical systems and subsystems for defense projects.
Description
The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for:
- Participate in all phases of development, from initial architecture concepts to detailed design, system integration, and manufacturing support.
- Assist senior engineers in creating the overall electrical architecture for complex EOIR systems, and define subsystems for collaboration with other disciplines.
- Work closely with colleagues in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment, including mechanical, software, systems, and optical engineers, as well as program managers, suppliers, and customers.
- Conduct detailed schematic designs focusing on:
- Battery-operated systems
- Power and signal analysis
- Analog and digital circuit design, including FPGA and microcontroller integration
- High-speed data transmission
- Implementing EMC best practices
- Support component placement and PCB layout, prioritizing high-density, low SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) designs.
- Assist in evaluating designs through simulations, prototype testing, and requirement verification processes.
- Identify and troubleshoot design failure modes, providing quick and effective solutions.
- Offer support to production and manufacturing teams as needed.
- Prepare and generate documentation for quotes and procurement processes.
Profile
The Electrical Engineer will have MOST of what follows:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with 2-4 years of relevant professional experience.
- Knowledge of ECAD tools for schematic capture, layout, and system simulation (e.g., Orcad, Allegro).
- Practical experience with system integration, debugging, and testing, including basic soldering and the use of test equipment.
- Experience with electrical design principles and testing in military environments, particularly in analog and digital designs for compact, battery-operated electro-optical systems, is advantageous.
- Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to interact effectively with customers, suppliers, and other external stakeholders.
Job Offer
The Electrical Engineer will be offered:
- Competitive base salary
- Full benefits
- Clear career growth path
- Start up environment with products already on the market
- Opportunity to lead projects early in the development of new products
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