Electrical Engineer at Gables Search Group

Our client is looking for a talented Electrical Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and ownership of analog and digital electronic circuits, with a focus on sensor signal conditioning applications. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, driven, and experienced in the full cycle of circuit design, from concept to production, with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Electrical Design & Development:
  Lead new and sustaining electrical design efforts, including circuit design, schematic capture, simulation, and PCB layout for aerospace sensor transducers.

• System Modeling & Validation:
  Create and validate analytical models during the concept phase, ensuring the design matches performance expectations.

• Component Integration:
  Incorporate commercial integrated circuits, OpAmps, ASICs, and other components to meet system requirements such as accuracy, temperature compensation, and EMI protection.

• PCB Layout & Simulation:
  Design and lay out printed circuit boards for testing and production using OrCAD tools, ensuring rigorous standards for aerospace applications.

• EMI Standards Compliance:
  Develop front-end electronics compliant with aerospace EMI standards (DO-160, MIL-STD-810).

• Bill of Materials (BOM) Management:
  Own and manage the electrical system BOM, focusing on cost and obsolescence control.

• Testing & Debugging:
  Perform hands-on testing and debugging of circuits with minimal supervision, ensuring high-quality product delivery.

• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  Collaborate with production, supply chain, and other teams to ensure on-time delivery and successful transition from development to manufacturing.

• Intellectual Property Contribution:
  Contribute to expanding our Intellectual Property portfolio by developing innovative solutions for aerospace challenges.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (Graduate-level degree preferred).

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 3 years in electrical engineering with a strong focus on circuit design.
  • Experience with aerospace sensor components and related systems, such as temperature sensors, speed sensors, pressure sensors, and flow sensors.
  • Hands-on experience in mechanical and software design engineering is preferred.
  • Familiarity with DO-254 and aircraft cable harnesses or sensors is a plus.

• Technical Skills:

  • Proven track record of designing complex analog circuits for sensor signal conditioning.
  • Experience with numerical computation tools such as MATLAB or MATHCAD.
  • Strong simulation experience in both analog and digital circuits.
  • Ability to interpret and apply general mechanical, electrical, and software systems to aviation sensor products.

• Soft Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to customers and internal teams.
  • Highly organized, self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
  • Strong problem-solving and prioritization abilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 20 lbs.

Work Environment:
You will work in both office and manufacturing environments. As a proud supplier to the US Department of Defense, you must have authorization to work in the U.S. and be eligible for any required government authorization per ITAR and EAR regulations.