Associate Electrical Designer - HyperRF Systems

AeroVironment•Germantown, MD

75d

About The Position

At AV we design, integrate, test, and deploy state-of-the-art systems for a range of applications, including phased array systems, wireless communications, radar, and RF-based perimeter intrusion detection systems. We are dedicated to safeguarding our clients by delivering innovative and reliable security and defense technologies. We are seeking an Associate Electrical Designer to support our engineering team in the design and documentation of custom cable assemblies and printed circuit boards. This role will focus on capturing technical data into our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, preparing cable and harness drawings, and assisting with schematic symbol and footprint creation in Altium. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in engineering design tools, and comfortable working across multiple disciplines (electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering).

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, drafting/design technology, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
2+ years' experience in cable/harness documentation, PCB support, or CAD drafting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Visio (for cable/harness diagrams).
Experience with Altium Designer (for schematic symbol and footprint creation).
Familiarity with PLM systems (Arena, Agile, Windchill, Teamcenter, or similar).
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable & harness standards and/or IPC PCB standards.
Familiarity with defense/aerospace documentation practices.
Familiarity with SolidWorks (for mechanical models, routing, or harness drawings).
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for technical documentation.
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-disciplinary engineering environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain cable and harness drawings using Visio and/or other CAD tools.
Enter and manage connector, pin, wire, and part data within the PLM system to ensure configuration control and traceability.
Support PCB design efforts by creating and maintaining schematic symbols, footprints, and component libraries in Altium Designer.
Collaborate with senior engineers to translate design intent into detailed drawings and bills of material (BOMs).
Prepare and maintain technical documentation packages for internal reviews and manufacturing release.
Conduct drawing checks for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company standards.
Provide cross-functional support to engineering, manufacturing, and configuration management teams.