Electrical Engineer III (Contractor)

Sierra Space•Remote MI - MI_MIR, MI

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer III (Contractor) role involves leading the design, development, modification, and evaluation of complex electrical components and systems. This position is suited for professionals with a strong background in electrical engineering and significant hands-on experience. Responsibilities include working on advanced projects, collaborating with a diverse team of engineers and technicians, and contributing to the development of innovative solutions. The role also involves mentoring junior engineers and technicians, acting as the Responsible Engineer (RE) for discrete technical packages, and staying updated with the latest advancements in electrical engineering. In this role, you will lead the design and development of complex electrical components and systems, while modifying and evaluating existing electrical systems and components to improve performance and efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure electrical designs meet project requirements and standards, and conduct tests and simulations to validate the performance of electrical systems and components. Documenting design processes, test results, and modifications for future reference will be a key responsibility, as will providing technical support and troubleshooting assistance for electrical systems and components. Staying updated with the latest advancements in electrical engineering, you will apply new knowledge to ongoing projects to drive innovation and effectiveness. You will participate in team meetings and contribute to project planning and progress discussions, while mentoring and providing guidance to junior engineers and technicians. Additionally, you will have the ability to learn and receive instruction and mentorship from more experienced engineers. As the Responsible Engineer (RE) for discrete technical packages, you will ensure successful project execution and maintain technical excellence throughout the process.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +3 yrs experience).
Typically 5+ years of related experience.
Advanced knowledge of electrical fundamentals, applicable tools, methodologies, and principles.
Familiarity with Electrical and Avionic systems and their functionality.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve more complex problems.
Ability to learn, receive instruction, and mentorship from more experienced engineers.
Owner of discrete technical packages as a Responsible Engineer (RE).
Ability to work with minimal supervision on projects involving both small and large engineering teams.
Intermediate knowledge of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation.
Intermediate knowledge of systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principles.
Experience performing trade studies to support subsystem architecture decisions.

Nice To Haves

Experience serving as a Responsible Engineer (RE), driving hardware through its lifecycle, including development, qualification, integration & Test, Verification & Validation, and certification.
Proficiency in electrical design software such as Capital, AutoCAD Electrical, Altium Designer, or similar tools.
Experience with simulation software like SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar.
Expertise in PCB design and layout.
Understanding of power electronics and/or control systems.
Background in microcontrollers, embedded systems, or FPGA design.
Ability to perform circuit analysis and troubleshooting using tools like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers.
Expert with programming languages such as C/C++ or Python for embedded systems development.
Experience in project management and the ability to lead medium to large-sized projects.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Seeking industry affiliations.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of complex electrical components and systems.
Modify and evaluate existing electrical systems and components to improve performance and efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure electrical designs meet project requirements and standards.
Conduct tests and simulations to validate the performance of electrical systems and components.
Document design processes, test results, and modifications for future reference.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for electrical systems and components.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in electrical engineering and apply new knowledge to ongoing projects.
Participate in team meetings and contribute to project planning and progress discussions.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
Learn and receive instruction and mentorship from more experienced engineers.
Act as the Responsible Engineer (RE) for discrete technical packages, ensuring successful project execution and maintaining technical excellence.