Sr Electrical Engineer (Project Engineer)

Sierra Space•Centennial, CO

1d•$137,443 - $188,983

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Engineer (Project Engineer) role involves leading the design, development, modification, and evaluation of highly complex electrical components and systems. This role is suited to experienced Electrical Engineers who are ready to step in the Responsible Engineer role on new programs at Sierra Space.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline and 8+ years of relevant experience. Or, a Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience.
Experience serving as a Responsible Engineer (RE), driving hardware through its lifecycle, including development, qualification, integration & Test, Verification & Validation, and certification.
Advanced knowledge of electrical and avionic systems architectures and their design.
Readiness to provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced engineers.
Ability to work with minimal supervision on projects involving both small and large engineering teams.
Knowledge of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation.
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.
Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in electrical design software such as Capital, AutoCAD Electrical, Altium Designer, or similar tools.
Experience with 3D Harness Design
Experience with simulation software like SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, Hyperlynx or similar.
Specialized expertise in a particular area (e.g., power systems, control systems, EWIS, CD&H, etc).
Ability to perform advanced circuit analysis and troubleshooting using tools like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers.
An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of highly complex electrical components and systems.
Act as the technical lead for specialized projects, ensuring successful project execution and maintaining technical excellence throughout.
Modify and evaluate existing electrical systems and components to improve performance and efficiency.
Manage vendors and proactively address issues within the supply chain.
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, and document design processes, test results, and modifications for future reference.
Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting assistance for electrical systems and components.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in electrical engineering and applying new knowledge to ongoing projects.
Organize team meetings and contribute to project planning and progress discussions.
Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced engineers and technicians.