Avionics Electrical Engineer

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Electrical Engineer - Avionics R&D & Integration

Grapevine, TX (Onsite)

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to support hands-on R&D, prototyping, and integration of avionics systems in a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment.

This role offers direct involvement across the full engineering lifecycle-from concept through testing and validation-working closely with cutting-edge avionics hardware in a lab setting.

️ What You'll Do

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

* Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system interfaces

* Perform hands-on testing, integration, and validation of avionics hardware

* Build and execute test plans, procedures, and custom test setups

* Troubleshoot complex issues across analog, digital, and power electronics

* Integrate avionics systems with aircraft power, communication buses, and mission systems

* Support system-level integration and collaborate with cross-functional teams

* Work directly with avionics hardware such as navigation, communication, and electrical systems

* Contribute to requirements definition, verification, and validation

* Support technical documentation for certification and customer deliverables

* Take ownership of systems and components through design, prototype, and validation phases

What You Bring

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field)

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

* Strong experience with hardware prototyping, testing, and system integration

* Ability to read and develop schematics and wiring diagrams

* Hands-on experience with lab equipment:

* Oscilloscopes

* Digital multimeters (DMMs)

* Power supplies

* Signal generators

* Knowledge of analog, digital, and power electronics

* Experience troubleshooting across multiple electrical domains

* Experience working with avionics or aircraft electrical systems

Preferred Experience

* Exposure to Honeywell avionics systems or components

* Experience with communication, navigation, or mission systems

* Experience supporting military or defense programs

* Familiarity with avionics architectures (GPS/INS, radios, instrumentation)

* Knowledge of standards such as DO-160, DO-254, ARP
4754

* Experience with aircraft power distribution or electromechanical systems

* Exposure to regulated environments (FAA, EASA, certification processes)

️ Work Environment

* Hands-on, lab-focused engineering role (not desk-only)

* Direct access to avionics hardware and test equipment

* Work across R&D, prototyping, integration, and validation

* High-visibility projects in military and commercial avionics

* Lean, collaborative team with strong technical ownership

Why This Role

* Full lifecycle exposure-design → test → integration

* Highly technical, hands-on engineering work

* Opportunity to work on next-gen avionics systems

* Direct impact in a high-visibility aerospace environment

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 $40.00 - $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 Grapevine,TX.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2026.

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