Electrical Engineer – Aircraft Systems Integration

Saratech•Mission Viejo, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Saratech is supporting a confidential aerospace client on advanced aircraft systems integration programs and is seeking Electrical Engineers at multiple experience levels. This role involves electrical design, integration, and test support for complex aircraft systems, including avionics upgrades and power distribution. Candidates will work closely with multidisciplinary teams in a hands-on engineering environment supporting both laboratory and on-aircraft activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in electrical systems integration involving wiring and signal interfaces
Proficiency with at least one electrical CAD tool (e.g., Visual Engineer, AutoCAD Electrical, Capital Harness)
Understanding of both digital and analog electrical interfaces, including voltage drop, timing, and signal integrity considerations
Ability to support hands-on test and integration activities
Specialist: ~4+ years relevant experience (or equivalent)
Senior Specialist: ~6+ years relevant experience (or equivalent)
Lead: ~9+ years relevant experience (or equivalent), including technical leadership
Ability to work onsite at a client facility
Ability to travel occasionally for business needs (<10%)
Ability to work overtime as required
Ability to work in aircraft and hangar environments, including physical access to aircraft interiors
Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
U.S. Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with aerospace and military electrical design standards (e.g., wiring, power, EMI/EMC, system safety)
Experience supporting aircraft modification or upgrade programs
Prior involvement in verification testing and on-platform integration
Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
Interest or experience in mentoring junior engineers (senior levels)

Responsibilities

Perform electrical engineering design for aircraft systems integration
Support avionics upgrades, power distribution, and electrical interfaces
Apply electrical requirements, design solutions, and integration approaches
Develop and execute electrical interface and power test plans
Perform verification testing in laboratory and aircraft environments
Troubleshoot and resolve electrical interface and integration issues
Generate professional drawings, technical documentation, and reports
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and test teams
(Senior and Lead levels may additionally serve as task leads, mentor junior engineers, and support schedule/budget management.)