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About this Senior Electrical Engineer role at Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation · Hybrid · Folsom, CA

Are you ready to unleash your technical creativity? Dream, Innovate, Inspire and Empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination! As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be a technical leader in the design, development, and testing of electrical/electronic systems for highly complex aerospace and defense applications. You will drive innovation, provide technical direction, and ensure the successful delivery of high-performance products.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and execute the design and development of electrical/electronic systems.
  • In some applications, lead and execute the development of circuit card assemblies.
  • Lead and provide technical guidance for implementation of electrical wiring design practices.
  • Conduct and oversee comprehensive testing and validation of electronic systems and components.
  • Perform expert-level troubleshooting and debugging of electronic circuits.
  • Develop, document, and review high-level technical designs, test plans, and results.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success.
  • Lead design reviews and provide strategic technical insights.
  • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, promoting technical growth.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement of engineering processes.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related role.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • Expert proficiency in electrical/electronic design and validation techniques.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
  • Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools.
  • Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
  • Experience in digital or analog circuit design and schematic capture.
  • Understanding of the printed circuit board layout process and tools.
  • Experience with circuit modeling, simulation, and analysis.
  • Knowledge of industry-standard electrical design principles, to include, but not limited to model-based definition, electrical component selection, manufacturing, and production processes.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Extensive experience with  Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for electrical applications.
  • Experience composing and evaluating an Electrical Load Analysis (ELA).
  • Familiarity with Electromagnetic Effects (EME) to include Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI).

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
  • Ability to travel as required.
  • Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
  • Precision in designing, testing and troubleshooting electrical/electronic systems and components.
  • Ability to analyze complex electrical/electronic systems and evaluate performance data to identify problems and improve designs.
  • Applying systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to diagnose and resolve electrical/electronic issues.
  • Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management.
  • Ability to understand technical documents, electrical/electronic schematics, and electronic instrument measurements.
  • Ability to handle small components, tools, and equipment with precision. 

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $124,771.42 - $171,560.71. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination.  Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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How this Electrical Engineer salary compares

This role pays $148,166/yrin line with the typical range for Electrical Engineer roles.

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About Sierra Nevada Corporation

SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; wo

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