Senior Engineer, Aircraft Electrical Power Systems

SOGECLAIR•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Senior Engineer, Aircraft Electrical Power Systems develops electrical power generation and distribution solutions for Defense customers, supporting both bid and proposal work and active programs. The role produces system and certification deliverables, reviews design and qualification materials, and supports analysis, testing, change management, supplier coordination, and design reviews. It also demonstrates compliance with FAA, TCCA, and EASA 14 CFR Part 25 certification requirements. SOGECLAIR DIGITAL ENGINEERING develops engineering projects across diverse areas of expertise, from R&D through service support. SOGECLAIR describes its workplace as international and multicultural and highlights internal mobility and continuous training. The company states that it recruits without discrimination and values trust and teamwork, performance and innovation, responsibility and commitment, and fairness and business ethics.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience in electrical system design or a related field.
Working knowledge of FAA, TCCA, and EASA Part 25 certification requirements.
Working knowledge of system safety processes.
Familiarity with RTCA DO-160, DO-178, and DO-254 standards.
Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, employees, management, and suppliers.
Self-motivation and ability to coordinate multiple activities and manage time effectively.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Develop electrical power generation and distribution solutions that meet Defense customers’ mission requirements.
Identify solution deliverables, risks, and challenges during the bid and proposal phase.
Create active-program deliverables, including system schematics, supplier requirement documents, system descriptions, interface control documents, wiring diagrams, electrical load analyses, functional test requirements or plans, qualification test plans, test reports, and design compliance reports.
Review installation drawings and qualification test data and reports.
Decompose internal or external customer statements of work into detailed requirements.
Analyze ground and flight test data to verify system performance and functionality.
Research specifications for component selection.
Support change management through research, concepts, design reviews, trade studies, impact analysis, and implementation.
Work with suppliers and internal customers to investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve aircraft build or test issues.
Support internal and external design reviews and program governance sessions.
Show compliance with 14 CFR Part 25 FAA, TCCA, and EASA certification requirements.