Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description

This position will prioritize design tasks, particularly during the transition of electronic components to updated, modern standards. Over time, responsibilities will expand to include integrations, troubleshooting, and ultimately implementing design modifications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test electrical systems and components for various applications.
• Design responsibilities include, but are not limited to: avionics design, power distribution design, hardware design, transformer design, etc.
• Help select electrical design tools for long-term company use.
• Create and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost estimates for proposed projects.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality control procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to electrical systems and components.
• Stay updated with the latest technological advancements and integrate them into existing and new systems.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Design, develop, implement, verify, and test the Aerostat, Avionics, Mooring System, and/or Ground System.
• Responsible for the design, development, and implementation of engineering processes, methods, and products.
• Participate in design reviews and technical interchange meetings to assess and guide development activities performed by development contractors.
• Conduct and support internal and customer design reviews.
• Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution to meet design requirements.
• Perform technical review and assessment of concepts, systems, technologies, designs, architectures, interfaces, and operation of Aerostat systems.
• Support production, testing, and field operations in improving designs.
• Conduct testing, develop prototypes, and verify/validate system and component performance to specifications.
• Document engineering drawings, engineering standards, engineering specifications, technical proposals, technical manuals, disclosures, and scientific discoveries.

Essential Skills

• BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Heavy focus on Electrical Design (any design package is fine).
• Proficiency in design and calculation software.
• Strong understanding of safety standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Broad understanding of DoD airborne and ground systems, hardware, software, operations, and their interdependence.
• Familiarity with tethered airborne systems and payloads.
• Experience with data link budgets.
• Experience with electrical drawing standards.
• Experience with development and production programs through install and deployment of assets to a customer.
• Experience with specific Systems engineering and integration applied to DoD airborne and ground systems.
• Engineering experience supporting radar or communications integrations for air or ground-based systems.
• Understanding of effective techniques to manage EMI.
• Test engineering experience, preferably in Aerostat Systems.
• Familiarity with MatLab, C, C , and/or Python.
• Proficient with Version Control and Requirements Tools.

Work Environment

Currently, the space is small and located in the Air Dock. Ground station units are set up next to offices. The position involves a mix of remote and onsite work. Travel is approximately 20%, typically once or twice a month to vendor facilities or Aerostat site visits.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Akron,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $55 - $65