Sr. Electrical Engineer, R&D

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FT Exempt Fountain Valley, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition

About the Company:

At Sure Fire, our mission is to build the best illumination tools, suppressors, and tactical products no matter the cost to enhance the safety and performance of those who go into harm's way on our behalf. We also provide these same, no-compromise products to our civilian customers who demand the ultimate in quality, innovation, and performance. We strive to continuously expand our business, product line, workforce, and expertise to preserve our place as the premier provider of these cutting-edge products.

To achieve this, we will continually expand the depth and quality of the Sure Fire brand by refining, expanding, and enhancing our product line, and always aspiring to improve our service and professional relationships. We nurture this culture of excellence in everything we do, and treat everyone we deal with employees, customers, and vendors in a fair and ethical manner.

We're proud of the quality we produce and the people who produce it, and we're looking for talented individuals who want to make a real impact.

About the Role:

As a Senior Electrical Engineer in the Advanced Products department, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems that enhance product performance and manufacturing efficiency. You will be responsible for overseeing complex projects from concept through completion, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will provide technical expertise to solve challenging engineering problems and optimize electrical designs.

Your role will also involve mentoring junior engineers and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department. Ultimately, your work will drive innovation and reliability in manufacturing processes, supporting the company’s strategic goals and operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test electrical components, systems, and equipment for manufacturing applications.
• Develop, implement, and maintain fixtures for testing optomechanical and electromechanical systems, to include: conceptual mechanical design; COTS specifications, sourcing, and integration; UI design and implementation; and test data management.
• Lead electrical engineering projects, managing timelines, resources, and deliverables to meet project goals.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, production teams, and quality assurance to integrate electrical solutions effectively.
• Ensure all electrical designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues during product development and manufacturing phases.
• Prepare detailed documentation, including specifications, schematics, and test plans.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude; cooperate with co-workers, management, internal and external customers, etc.
• Execute daily process improvement using lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Maintain work area by the use of 6S principles
• Work safely at all times and report any unsafe conditions or injuries to your supervisor or manager immediately
• Other duties, as assigned.

Competencies - To perform the job successfully, the candidate should demonstrate the following:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
  Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Develops alternative solutions;
  Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;
  Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Written Communication / Oral Communication - Writes clearly and informatively;
  Edits work for spelling and grammar;
  Presents numerical data effectively;
  Able to read and interpret written information;
  Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
  Listens and gets clarification;
  Responds well to questions;
  Demonstrates group presentation skills;
  Participates in meetings.
• Teamwork
  - Balances team and individual…