Sr Electrical Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Hagerstown, MD

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to unleash your technical creativity? Dream, Innovate, Inspire and Empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination! As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be a technical leader in the design, development, and testing of electrical/electronic systems for highly complex aerospace and defense applications. You will drive innovation, provide technical direction, and ensure the successful delivery of high-performance products. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related role.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Expert proficiency in electrical/electronic design and validation techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools.
• Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting electrical/electronic system federal rules and regulations, including Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) requirements.
• Understanding of electrical/electronic Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and System Safety Assessment (SSA) concepts.
• Prior experience in the design and implementation of aerospace systems, preferably related to aircraft.
• Ability to obtain and maintain United States Top Secret Security Clerance
• U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Extensive experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for electrical applications.
• Experience composing and evaluating an Electrical Load Analysis (ELA).
• Experience with circuit modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• Knowledge of industry-standard electrical design principles, to include, but not limited to model-based definition, electrical component selection, manufacturing, and production processes.
• Familiarity with Electromagnetic Effects (EME) to include Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI).
• Familiarity with design requirements related to High Intensity Radiated Field (HIRF) and Indirect Effects of Lightning (IEL).
• Experience in digital or analog circuit design and schematic capture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the design and development of electrical/electronic systems.
• Lead and provide technical guidance for implementation of electrical wiring design practices.
• Conduct and oversee comprehensive testing and validation of electronic systems and components.
• Develop, document, and review high-level technical designs, test plans, and results.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success.
• Lead design reviews and provide strategic technical insights.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, promoting technical growth.
• Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement of engineering processes.

Benefits

• SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level