Avionics Electrical Systems Engineer Associate

Integral•Elizabeth City, NC

21h

About The Position

This position supports the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, providing systems engineering support for Aviation Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber Security, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) initiatives within the Engineering Services Division, as well as supporting development of an Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) centralization program. C5ISR services support the CG-413 Program Management Office. ALSE program services include fit tests, engineering, and validation through the Aircraft Configuration Control Board process for ALSE gear connected to aircraft. ALSE Technical Services manages ALSE Time Compliance and Special Compliance Technical Orders. The Associate Engineer supports avionics and electrical system design, development, integration, testing, modification, and sustainment for MRS HC-144 aircraft programs. The role also researches system requirements and design solutions, assists with airworthiness and certification compliance, helps resolve system anomalies, reviews technical deliverables, and advises on planning, reviews, and test and evaluation events.

Requirements

Five to seven years of USCG or DOD systems engineering experience in technical feasibility, planning, development, prototyping, integration, testing, verification, validation, certification, and sustainment of avionics and electrical systems. Relevant experience must have been obtained within fifteen years of the solicitation release date.
Proficiency interpreting, drafting, and reviewing avionics, wiring, and electrical diagrams.
Experience in aircraft system design and development, including areas such as Collins Aerospace CDU 7000, HC-144 Avionics Suite, AC and DC generation and distribution, sensors, pitot static, auto flight/flight director, navigation and communications, engine control, and engine indicating systems.
Experience identifying, locating, and researching USCG or equivalent DHS/DOD, federal, and industry technical publications, process guides, manuals, instructions, and related guidance and instructional documentation needed for MRS modification, testing, certification, and sustainment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering is desired.
Experience with HC-144 wiring and avionics/electrical systems is desired.

Responsibilities

Perform avionics and electrical system design, development, integration, and testing for MRS HC-144 aircraft modification and sustainment programs.
Address component compatibility, reliability, and interoperability; ergonomics and aircraft layout; data transfer; voice communications; software and hardware; wiring drawing and illustration review and approval; equipment selection, acquisition, and obsolescence; diminishing manufacturing sources; TEMPEST; laser safety; electromagnetic environmental effects; electrical loading; communications security; system development, prototyping, and integration; research, testing, and analysis; navigation; flight safety; airworthiness; certification; production; technical documentation; implementation; and field support.
Assist with research into existing and potential MRS HC-144 avionics and electrical systems, design solutions, components, interface and performance requirements, operating parameters, and related program elements.
Assist with researching requirements, regulations, and statutes needed to implement airworthiness standards, define and accomplish design and Statement of Work certification levels, apply standard aeronautical industry practices, and comply with USCG engineering standards.
Work with and assist the Avionics/Electrical Systems Engineer to address and resolve current, emergent, and projected avionics and electrical anomalies affecting any phase of MRS HC-144 upgrade and sustainment.
Participate in an advisory role in planning and progress meetings and technical reviews.
Review Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) item submissions for accuracy and recommend approval or improvements.
Participate as an advisor in test and evaluation events.