What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Design Engineer (Analog/Mixed) position at Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics?
WHO WE ARE…
Founded in 1964, Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics provides superior instruments, avionics and power solutions to the global aerospace community. We operate one of the largest maintenance, overhaul and exchange programs in the world, and deliver safe and certified products, using innovative technologies and sophisticated clean sheet designs.
THE POSITION…
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will design avionics, power electronics and battery systems interfacing within high-performance and safety-critical systems. Experience the entire product lifecycle, from concept and requirements, through design, implementation, testing and certification, and field application. You can expect a variety of opportunities ranging from products for cockpit displays and instruments, local and remote sensing, data conversion and storage, lithium battery management, AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion up to 6000W, and in-seat power solutions. You’ll be part of the reason our customers consider us a premier instrument, avionics, and aircraft power solutions provider.
THIS POSITION MAY BE FOR YOU IF…
- You have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
- You have a minimum 5 years in analog and mixed-signal design, particularly suited to precision instrumentation, signal conditioning, and integrated circuit applications
- You have proficiency with design and simulation tools (PADS, LTSpice, or similar schematic capture)
- You have a strong grasp of mixed-signal simulation techniques and PCB layout software
- You have a solid understanding of signal integrity, impedance matching, and EMI/EMC design practices such as RTCA DO-160 or MIL-STD-810/461
- You are proficient with Microsoft Office products
- You have strong attention to detail
- You are organized, focused and results-oriented
- You are a problem-solver with critical thinking and prioritizing skills
- You have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
WE WOULD REALLY LIKE IT IF… (but it’s not a deal breaker)
- You have experience with Design for Manufacture and Design for Test (DFM & DFT)
- You have design experience in the aviation industry
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ONE DAY TO THE NEXT…
- Design and implement analog front-end circuits, including amplifiers, ADC/DAC interfaces, and filtering stages to enable accurate signal processing for a range of instrumentation
- Lead mixed-signal system integration to design and verify reliable data conversion, filtering, and conditioning stages.
- Research new components, technologies, and methods to incorporate into new and existing designs
- Coordinate with other functional teams, including layout, mechanical, software, and certification engineers
- Build and troubleshoot hardware, including soldering, operation of test equipment, and daily work in both office and test lab environments
- Participate in rigorous testing and troubleshooting using tools like oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers to validate performance against stringent requirements
- Design and integrate manufacturing tools for new products, as needed
- Create detailed documentation for design verification, testing protocols, and component selection rationales in required formats, including BOMs, ECOs, and work instructions
WE ARE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK…
- We provide competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
- We promote a healthy work-life balance where you can excel in your career while still maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Our facility is climate controlled, clean organized, and safe. We operate in a professional, light manufacturing environment.
- We foster a friendly and inclusive workplace in which all employees feel valued, respected, and accepted.
- We are all on the same team. We communicate well with one another.
- We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right – every time.
- We have a flat organizational structure which allows for improved collaboration, easier decision-making, and effective communication between leadership and employees.
- We have frequent events to keep work interesting. Our food drive is super impressive, we have a food truck fest in the summer, monthly fruit/donut day, employee luncheons throughout the year, wellness challenges with incentives and frequent ticket raffles for local sporting and cultural events.
- We have a small company feel – even though we’re doing big things!
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
