Avionics Electrical Engineer

Job Title:

Electrical Engineer - Avionics R&D and Integration

Job Description

This role focuses on research and development, prototyping, and integration of avionics subsystems and aircraft electrical components for aerospace and defense applications. You will design, test, and validate electrical systems, work hands-on in the lab with avionics hardware, and support certification and documentation activities in a highly visible, high-impact engineering environment.

Responsibilities

* Design and prototype avionics subsystems and aircraft electrical components, including power systems, control units, instrumentation, and accessories.

* Develop, update, and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface definitions for new and modified systems.

* Execute rapid design iterations based on test data, failure analysis, and evolving program requirements.

* Perform hands-on electrical testing, integration, and validation of avionics hardware in a lab environment.

* Develop detailed test plans, procedures, and custom test setups or fixtures to validate system functionality and performance.

* Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues across analog, digital, and power electronics domains.

* Integrate avionics systems with aircraft interfaces, including power distribution systems, communication buses, and mission systems.

* Support system-level integration across multiple subsystems and coordinate with cross-functional engineering teams.

* Work directly on avionics equipment such as navigation, communication, and electrical accessory systems.

* Support development activities aligned to aerospace and defense standards and program requirements.

* Contribute to requirements definition, verification, and validation efforts for airborne systems.

* Support preparation and maintenance of engineering documentation required for certification, qualification, and customer deliverables.

* Provide technical ownership over assigned systems and components throughout the concept, prototype, integration, and validation lifecycle.

* Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and regulatory requirements.

Essential Skills

* Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field.

* 3-10+ years of experience in aerospace, avionics, or defense-related engineering.

* Hands-on experience with hardware prototyping, system integration, and electrical system testing.

* Strong ability to read, interpret, and develop electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

* Proficiency with lab and test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), power supplies, and signal generators.

* Experience working with analog, digital, and power electronics in an aerospace or defense context.

* Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical issues across multiple domains and subsystems.

* Experience with avionics or aircraft electrical systems integration and validation.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Direct experience with Honeywell avionics systems, components, or platforms is strongly preferred.

* Exposure to Honeywell communication, navigation, tracking, or mission system components is highly valued.

* Experience working with OEM avionics in certified aerospace environments.

* Prior support of military or defense programs.

* Familiarity with avionics architectures such as GPS/INS, radio and communication systems, and aircraft instrumentation.

* Knowledge of aerospace and avionics standards such as DO-160, DO-254, and ARP
4754.

* Experience with power electronics, aircraft electrical distribution, or electromechanical systems.

* Exposure to FAA, EASA, or other regulated certification environments.

* Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional engineering teams.

* Comfort working in a lean, high-impact engineering environment with direct technical ownership.

Work Environment

This is an on-site role based in Grapevine, where you will work primarily in a lab and engineering environment with direct access to avionics hardware and test equipment. The position offers hands-on R&D engineering rather than a desk-only focus, providing full lifecycle exposure from concept through prototype, integration, and validation. You will regularly use lab instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, and custom test fixtures.

The engineering culture emphasizes lean teams, high visibility into both military and commercial avionics applications, and direct technical ownership of systems and components.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grapevine, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/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:

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