Electrical Engineer I (For SNC Summer 2026 Interns Only)

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Plano, TX

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About The Position

The Electrical Engineer I participates in the initial phases of research, design, and development of electrical and electronic systems for aerospace and defense applications. The role assists with designing integrated systems and contributes to multiple stages of the product lifecycle under the guidance of senior engineers. Within SNC’s Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area, the work supports ISR and aviation systems, including manned and unmanned aircraft and end-to-end C4ISR capabilities.

The position includes supporting electrical system design, testing, validation, troubleshooting, and technical documentation. It requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance, and U.S. citizenship is required for employment. The role is limited to candidates who were SNC summer 2026 interns.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 0–2+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Must have been an SNC summer 2026 intern.
• Basic understanding of electrical and electronic design and testing principles.
• Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Basic understanding of Computer Aided Engineering tools.
• Familiarity with working in multidisciplinary design and development teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for employment.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Precision in designing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical and electronic systems and components.
• Ability to apply systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to diagnose and resolve electrical and electronic issues.
• Ability to understand technical documents, electrical and electronic schematics, and electronic instrument measurements.
• Ability to handle small components, tools, and equipment with precision.

Nice To Haves

• Internship or project experience in electrical engineering.
• Familiarity with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for electrical applications.
• Exposure to simulations through functional and logical models and system analysis.
• Background in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Knowledge of electrical component selection and manufacturing.
• Understanding of circuit modeling, simulation, and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical and electronic systems.
• Support development of circuit card assemblies in some applications.
• Learn and apply electrical wiring design practices.
• Support testing and validation of electrical and electronic systems and components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design specifications are met.
• Document technical designs, test procedures, and results.
• Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and debugging of electrical and electronic circuits and systems.
• Analyze electrical and electronic systems and performance data to identify problems and improve designs.
• Communicate technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management.
• Travel as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance.
• Three weeks of paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level