Electrical Engineer & Electronics Controller Integrator
Job details
General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.
Reference number
2025-169633
Job details
Domain
Research, design and development
Job field / Job profile
Industrial engineering - Electronic/electrical/wiring processes engineering
Job title
Electrical Engineer & Electronics Controller Integrator
Employment @type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Job Summary
The Electrical Engineer is a key member of a cross-disciplinary team driving the design, development and execution of the actuation systems program for the next generation of military and commercial aircraft. The Electrical Engineer works on the development of new products, and the improvement and sustainment of products. Engineering duties will span the entire product lifecycle, from initial design and requirements capture through manufacture and field support.
Essential Job Functions
Candidate is expected to be able to lead the design of the required circuitry (Digital, Analog, and Power) and integrate the circuit design with software to support system architecture. Designs will be to Aerospace standards including but not limited to DO-160 and DO-254
Integrate Hardware and software for embedded microprocessor devices and firmware based FPGA devices.
Design and development of embedded systems circuitry and printed circuit assemblies according to IPC standards.
Generate design documentation including requirements specifications, design details, test procedures and reports.
Prepare and review the drawings and layouts for production parts, components, and test equipment.
Create, document and test software and hardware to validate design details
Lead multi-discipline design reviews both internally with peers and externally with customers.
Evaluate design changes for impact to product design, cost, and schedule.
Ensure the timely and efficient completion of projects to achieve the company's strategic and financial goals.
Product engineering estimates for individual tasks up to complete electronic designs.
Lead and perform root cause investigation on new development and fielded products.
Perform product troubleshooting and lab testing.
Support trade studies and proposals
Demonstrate an understanding of internal processes, methods, and tools.
Other duties may be assigned.
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
Leadership Skills / Management Skills / Personal Skills
Inductive reasoning
Integrity
Judgement and problem solving
Leadership
Communication, both verbally and written and through active listening and reading comprehension.
Customer Oriented
Adaptable and flexible
Ability to summarize complex information
A deep understanding of root cause corrective action
Knowledge of change control management
Analytical thinking
Dependability
Change agent
Planning, organization and prioritizing
Travel Specificity
Potential travel between Rockford Illinois and other locations up to 25%
Candidate skills & requirements
Required Competencies
Education/Experience
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited course of study or related field required.
Experience as an Electrical Engineer.
Typical experience:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be a self-directed individual requiring minimal supervision.
Proficiency in the use of C software programming language.
Fundamental circuit design skills and knowledge of analog and digital circuits.
Experience in analysis and schematic layout software packages
Familiarity with electrical analysis software
Computer work and drawing interpretation, as well as a familiarity with schematics or Engineering drawings.
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts.
Evaluate concepts by creating analytical models and provide direction on which concept will meet component and or system level performance.
Provide analysis support throughout the development of a product/concept
Analyze data and performance of designs, recommend actions to create optimized design
Interact cross-functionally with a wide variety of people and teams. Work closely with engineers to identify opportunities for design improvements.
Make business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders.
Fundamental typing skills as well as familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and MATLAB.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to stand out, overcome barriers and deliver results.
Demonstrable critical thinking and analytical skills, including the ability and confidence to make conclusions and recommendations from data
Work with a team of engineers to design, develop, test and document electrical components.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Annual salary
100,000-150,000
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Illinois
City (-ies)
4747 Harrison Ave, M/S 298-6 61108 Rockford
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 8 years
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes
