Electrical Engineer II

An employer in the Dayton, Ohio area is seeking an Electrical Engineer II for a direct hire opportunity. This role supports the design, production, testing, and continuous improvement of electrical and electronic systems used on specialized aircraft. The engineer will work hands on with electronic hardware throughout aircraft integration and production, serving as the primary technical liaison between engineering, manufacturing, quality, and test teams. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and resolving issues related to electronic systems and payloads, as well as collaborating with engineers, program managers, and technicians to ensure systems meet mission and performance requirements. This position is onsite and requires the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (STEM)
2+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related role.
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software
Ability to work on-site in an aircraft production environment
Ability to function independently and communicate effectively with team members located remotely at different work sites


Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Background in the aerospace, aviation, or defense industry
Experience with Military or FAA airworthiness standards for aircraft electrical systems
Experience interpreting and applying industry standards such as MIL-STD/MIL-SPEC, NAS, SAE, etc.
Experience creating and interpreting wiring diagrams, electrical schematics and wire harness drawings
Proficiency in electrical harness design and testing techniques
Experience designing and analyzing electronic signal interconnect and power systems for aircraft
Experience working with digital Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools
Experience working with aerospace and aviation industry-standard electrical design principles and manufacturing and production processes


Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.