Principal Staff Electrical Engineer

About the Position

Join the Astronics team as a Principal Staff Electrical Engineer!

Job Summary:

Experienced developer with proven ability to design for passing EMI/EMC tests and to troubleshoot and diagnosis EMC/EMI qualification testing issues. Development of electrical system architectures, including PCBA level design, BOM management, de-bugging, etc. Also serves as a mentor to the electrical engineers and interns as well as providing direction to the UKR team where needed.

Local 100% onsite position primarily in Lake Zurich, IL. May require occasional travel, < 25% of time, to laboratories in the Chicago region.

Responsibilities

• Complete PCBA level design including BOM management, revision control, configuration management, hardware bring-up/debug, and issue tracking.
• Design of multilayer PCBs that include the following functions:
  • High-speed communication supporting up to 10Gbps speeds
  • Wireless modules or discrete design for 802.11 b/g/n/ac, BTLE, RFID/NFC, and LTE
  • Microcontroller/Microprocessor circuits
  • Power management including budgeting, analysis and characterization as it relates to current draw and thermal characteristics
  • Serial/Peripheral interfaces
• Product verification/testing including final analysis and development of tests, reports, and programming scripts.
• Develop electrical system architectures.
• Use of and selection of test equipment-oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, meters, supplies, etc.
• Provide direction to Engineering Technician and on occasion direct support of PCBA assembly, rework, and changes using soldering irons, heat guns, hot plates, etc.
• Mentor interns and engineers.
• Provide direction to Ukraine engineers and CAD specialists.
• Develop and review the creation and evolution of the electrical engineering design process.
• Support the transfer of design files into the manufacturing process.
• Support regulatory compliance testing.
• Become Subject Matter Expert for the manufacturing team on all electrical engineering designs.
• Lead all level complexity programs including multiple programs concurrently.
• Subject Matter Expert in all level of complexity programs for technical design reviews.
• Project management/engineering on cross-functional programs.
• Working knowledge and awareness of ISO/9001/14000/13485 and AS9100 processes.
• Support ISO and internal audits of electrical engineering processes.
• Other duties & functions assigned to this position as necessary

Requirements

• BS in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering from an accredited university program with a minimum of 20 years’ experience.
• ECAD experience for schematic capture and layout, preferably Altium Designer.
• Experience designing for EMI, lighting, pin-injection and other qualification test following DO-160, Boeing, and Airbus standards.
• Experience generating qualification test procedures and setup diagrams for EMC qualification testing.
• Experience reviewing board level design and system level design for appropriate grounding techniques and implementation of design techniques to pass EMC qualification tests.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving failed EMI/EMC tests, including creating documentation and deviation requests.
• Board-level and system-level experience implementing RF design principles on RF and/or high-speed digital signals.
• Software experience in languages or environments such as C/C++, Python, Linux, Bash, Arduino and Raspberry Pi to assist with troubleshooting and engineering evaluation activities
• Team player and methodical self-starter able to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Competencies

• Problem Solving
• Analytical
• Technical Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Oral Communication
• Teamwork
• Ethics
• Organizational Support
• Planning/Organizing
• Professionalism
• Quality
• Safety and Security
• Adaptability
• Attendance/Punctuality
• Dependability

Compensation

• Base salary: $120,000 through $150,000, influenced by several factors including experience, skill set, education, certifications, market conditions, and business needs.
• All employees are eligible for our highly competitive Quarterly Profit-Sharing Incentive program.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test.
• This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.

We Offer

• Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity.
• Competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses tied to company profitability, a 401(k) with a 3% company contribution with additional annual discretionary contribution, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan to secure your financial future.
• Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Program
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTOS), Volunteer Time Off Program (VTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

About the Company

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets.

For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit www.Astronics.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.