Electrical Engineer III

Ralliant • Hollister, CA

5d

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer III works in the Engineering department, supporting production and product development in an aerospace and defense context. The role collaborates with Planning, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management to resolve hardware production issues; conducts analog and digital circuit analysis using Cadence simulation tools; and provides hands-on troubleshooting and rigorous root-cause analysis for failure investigations.

The engineer prepares technical reports and presentations for production and development activities, including proposals, test plans, and test reports, and presents failure-analysis findings to customers. The position also supports the development, improvement, and testing of test equipment and manufacturing tooling; product documentation, engineering analysis, drawings, and design reviews; and cost-reduction initiatives. Additional work includes design and engineering leadership for Internal Research and Development (IRAD) projects and participation in Kaizen efforts to improve processes, production, and testing.

The work takes place in an office and engineering lab environment. The schedule is described as a unique four-day, 10-hour workweek, with additional Fridays off depending on business demands. Benefits include paid time off, 401(k), health coverage, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, flexibility, and quarterly performance- and behavior-based bonus payments.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of analog circuit theory and operation.
• Ability to perform electrical stress analysis and reliability predictions on EEE components.
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Good communication skills and ability to present technical information.
• Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, manage several complex projects, and use time effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 10 to 15 years of experience in a production-related role and experience in an aerospace defense company.
• Experience with military electrical component requirements.
• Experience using Cadence design suites, including OrCAD Schematic Capture, PCB Editor, and PSpice, or equivalent tools; strongly preferred.
• Experience with government specifications and industry standards related to safety-critical electronics.
• Familiarity with DOE, FMEA, PFMEA, Six Sigma, or similar analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Planning, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management to address and resolve hardware production issues.
• Perform analog and digital circuit analysis using Cadence simulation tools.
• Support failure investigations and conduct hands-on troubleshooting using rigorous root-cause analysis.
• Prepare reports and presentations for production and development activities, including technical proposals, test plans, and test reports.
• Deliver technical failure-analysis reports and presentations to customers.
• Support development, enhancement, and testing of test equipment and manufacturing tooling to improve performance and efficiency.
• Support product development through documentation, engineering analysis, product drawing preparation, and design reviews.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives through engineering analysis, product design improvements, drawing preparation, cost estimation, and product planning.
• Provide project design support for IRAD activities and conduct related design engineering tasks, including engineering leadership.
• Assist with Kaizen initiatives focused on process, production, and test improvements.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k).
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and optical coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parental leave for mothers, fathers, and adoptive parents.
• Quarterly bonus based on performance and behavior metrics.
• Four-day, 10-hour schedule, with additional Fridays off based on business demands.
• Flexibility, stability, and opportunities to move vertically or laterally.

What This Job Offers

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