Aircraft Exterior Lighting Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA•Burlington, VT

10h•$100,000 - $125,000

About The Position

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more. As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing. When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Exterior Lighting Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of advanced exterior lighting systems for next-generation aircraft. This role will focus on delivering reliable, compliant, and high-performance lighting solutions across a range of platforms, including conventional and electric aircraft. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with aircraft lighting systems and a strong understanding of environmental, electrical, and regulatory considerations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Direct experience designing or supporting aircraft exterior lighting systems
Familiarity with DO-160 environmental testing and qualification standards
Knowledge of EMI/EMC principles and their impact on aircraft systems
Experience performing electrical and thermal analyses
Strong understanding of aircraft electrical systems and integration considerations

Nice To Haves

Experience in eVTOL, UAV, or electric aircraft development programs
Familiarity with LED-based lighting technologies and control systems
Experience with simulation or analysis tools for thermal and electrical performance
Knowledge of certification requirements for exterior lighting systems
Experience working with suppliers and managing component development

Responsibilities

Design and develop aircraft exterior lighting systems, including: Navigation (position) lights
Anti-collision lighting
Landing and taxi lights
Recognition and logo lighting
Perform and document engineering analyses, including: Electrical load and power consumption assessments
Thermal performance and heat dissipation analysis
Environmental durability (vibration, temperature extremes, moisture exposure)
Support system integration activities and ensure compatibility with aircraft electrical and structural systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, and certification engineering
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and environmental standards
Support testing and qualification activities, including environmental and EMI/EMC validation
Contribute to design reviews, technical documentation, and continuous improvement efforts