Electrical Engineer, Sr. Staff

Location: Simi Valley, CA
Salary: $170,000.00 USD Annually - $190,000.00 USD Annually
Description: Our client is currently seeking a Electrical Engineer, Sr. Staff

Summary:

The Sr. Staff Electrical Engineer is an expert in circuit design with knowledge of FPGA technology, video image processing, battery technology, motor controllers, and power distribution. In this role, one selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability and determines design approaches and parameters. The Senior Staff Electrical Engineer conducts and leads general engineering and design of electronic systems on small, unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs) with cross-functional teams. Knowledge of UAV subsystems is a plus.

Duties

Operates computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks. Performs electronic engineering activities on R&D projects

Inspects completed installations and observes operations to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational & safety standards

Works with avionics, embedded systems, and Radio Frequency (RF) links. Supports Flight Test operations, as needed

Troubleshoots complex systems. Documents design with engineering drawings and written descriptions.

Performs design and analysis tasks under general supervision and may be involved in developing budgets, estimating labor, material, and construction costs.

Assesses root cause to critical issues and contributes to sustainability and reliability of products.

Works on significant and unique issues where analysis or situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles. Makes decisions that have significant impact on project costs and schedule

Uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives and principles to achieve goals in creative and effective ways

Works independently and acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments

Provides technical supervision across disciplines and leads a small team or project to accomplish established goals. May supervise the activities of others

Other duties as assigned

Experience

Minimum of 12 to 15 years of experience with R&D projects; Aerospace experience is preferred

Expert level Experience in circuit design and experience with the following: Radio Frequency (RF), embedded control, FPGA design. Power distribution, video.

Advanced knowledge of common industry protocols (LVDS, I2C, HDMI, UART, SPI, CAN, USB, MIPI)

Knowledge of Battery Management Systems and Battery Charging Systems

Familiarity with PCB design process

Familiarity with battery powered UAVs

Experience using Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout

Expertise in engineering fundamentals, mathematics, physics & material properties

Expertise with software tools on one's area of expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Advanced degree is preferred

Additional Requirements

Flight test or R/C (Remote Control) experience a plus, hands-on experience with tools a plus

Familiarity with Small UAV subsystems and associated software a plus

Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to exercise independent judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

Complies with company policies and procedures

Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)

Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Special Requirements

Must be willing to work on government contracts

Some travel may be required, in the support of flight test operations

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