Electrical Engineer

This role requires citizenship with the ability to obtain a clearance.

The Strategic Defense Solution engineering organization in Richardson, TX is looking for an exceptionally motivated engineer to design and develop electrical systems for the integration of electronic equipment on military/commercial aircraft and ground stations. The design includes creating system wiring diagrams, circuit breaker panels, control panels and other items using Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools. Engineering duties will span the entire product lifecycle, from requirements capture and analysis, through design, testing, and production to ensure that designs meet requirements at minimum cost.

Designs can include development of power distribution, electrical loads analysis, and load shedding scheme along with the opportunity to support testing and integration of systems on the aircraft.

• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees.
• Integrate electrical components and wiring into design while meeting vendor and OEM requirements.
• Verify system configuration and block diagram.
• Operate in a team environment with other functional areas providing input to design solutions and participate in design reviews.
• Oversee electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, harness assembly drawing, circuit breakers, and electrical loads analysis. Coordinate aircraft electrical mission equipment installations.
• Identify, document, and communicate significant design and integration risks for timely review and resolution.
• Monitor and report aircraft installation design milestones and reporting status to project/program management.
• Be self-directed, able to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives with minimal oversight.
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, work well within a design team and environment and be adept at interfacing with internal and external customers.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to security investigations/reinstatements and must meet eligibility requirements.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. Minimum five (5) years prior relevant experience with Bachelor's degree or minimum three (3) years of experience with advanced degree or minimum nine (9) years of relevant experience in absence of a degree.
• Knowledge of AS50881 and / or MIL-STD-1472

• Experience with aircraft and/or other technical system integration.
• Knowledge of design and development processes with practical experience in multiple phases of the hardware lifecycle: requirements, design, development, integration, validation/verification, and sustainment.
• Familiarity with FAA (Part 23 and 25) and military aircraft airworthiness design approach, certification process, and requirements.
• Progressive understanding of power systems and various mission systems.
• Proven experience working with manufacturing teams, vendors, and other suppliers to build cost-effective solutions.
• Knowledge of AS50881 and MIL-STD-1472.
• Electrical Wiring Integration Systems (EWIS) standard.
• Able to investigate problems to the root cause and then champion the creation and implementation of corrective actions.
• Experience with configuration management tools and processes.
• Ability to create appropriate development procedures, conduct effective design reviews and provide technical guidance to other members of development teams.
• DO-160 or MIL-STD-810/MIL-STD-461, MIL-E-7016 and MIL-STD-704 qualification.
• Understanding of aircraft and mission power systems.
• Systems integration experience.
• Working knowledge of bidding and project/task estimation.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.