Senior Electronics Engineer

Santa Barbara, CA – Relocation Assistance Provided

The Company

Our client is a global supplier of military hardware and software integrating turret weapon solutions, system integration and precision motion control for ground defense platforms. From concept phase to prototype builds and ground testing, they support each mission as scientific, technical and operational facilitators.

With a high demand of our client’s products both with US Military and globally, they are positioned for growth in the new era of multiple weapons platform. Their team of seasoned system, mechanical and electrical engineers are dedicated to serve needs of their growing customers.

The Job

Our client is looking to hire a Senior Electronics Design Engineer who will contribute to the design of system control computers, power electronics, and other line-replaceable units (LRUs). This position also includes Electronic Systems architecture definition, specification, and documentation efforts.

Functions:

• Create Electronic Systems architecture block diagrams and mechanization / interconnect (1 and 2-wire) diagrams of new circuit card assemblies (CCAs), LRUs, and the complete system
• Define CCA specifications
• Generate CCA schematics
• Support CCA build and test fixture fabrication
• Create CCA test specifications
• Support lab and field testing
  

Qualifications:

• BS Degree in electrical engineering plus 8 -10 years of experience in the design of electrical circuits
• Knowledge of microcontrollers, FPGAs, and CPLDs
• Experience in power supply, analog circuit, and digital circuit designs
• Schematic capture proficiency – ORCAD preferred
• Familiarity with PWB layout process
• Individual must show self-starting instincts, an aptitude for creative synthesis, and the ability to utilize and quickly learn advanced design and/or analysis
• Ability to access U.S. export-controlled information

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of military ground-mobile applications and weapon systems (a strong plus)
• Knowledge of Verilog or VHDL
• MS degree in EE

Security Clearance:

Please be aware this position requires eligibility to obtain a DoD security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.