Terms of Employment
- Direct Hire
- The office is located in Columbus, MS.
- This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week.
Overview
Our client is a world leader in the design and manufacture of technologically sophisticated defense systems, combining the close-knit teamwork and high visibility of a small company with the stability and resources only a large global firm can provide. Add in their employee-friendly culture and great regional lifestyle, and you ll see why joining the Company could be the best move of your career.
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Design Engineer to contribute to the design and development of electrical systems and products particularly with defense programs. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and performance of electrical systems, from concept through to production, including re-engineering existing products to meet customer requirements and specifications.
Responsibilities
- Design and development of electrical schematics, diagrams, and drawings using industry- standard software and tools.
- Research and select appropriate electrical components, including validation of U.S content, to ensure optimal system performance.
- Build and test prototypes to validate design concepts and make necessary adjustments to meet performance goals.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including design specifications, bills of materials, and test reports.
- Ensure that designs comply with relevant safety and industry regulations, and MIL standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including program management, and mechanical, software and systems engineers, to ensure successful project execution.
- Identify and resolve technical issues and challenges related to mechanical design, both independently and as part of a team.
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mechanical engineering to drive continuous improvement in designs.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- 7 years of demonstrated experience in electrical design engineering, preferably with defense programs such as missile systems and loitering munitions.
- Experience with re-engineering existing products to meet customer requirements and specifications.
- Security clearance or eligibility to obtain required.
- Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 U.S.C. 6010
- Proficiency in electrical design software.
- Strong knowledge of electrical components and their applications.
- Knowledge of PCB design and layout.
- Skilled with electrical simulation software and tools.
- Knowledge of defense industry regulations and standards.