Electrical Design Engineer 1
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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 Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.
Reference number
2026-173263
Job details
Domain
Research, design and development
Job field / Job profile
Mechanics - Mechanical part or subassembly design
Job title
Electrical Design Engineer 1
Employment @type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Northwest Aerospace Technologies ("NAT"), a Safran Company, is the only EASA DOA Certified aircraft interior reconfiguration group in the United States. Focusing on commercial and military aircrafts, NAT provides first class services in design, engineering, quality, certification, and manufacturing for a variety of Blue Chip customers.
The Level 1 Electrical Engineer has the following scope of work:
Support the design, development and substantiation of the installation of electrical components and systems into retrofit aircraft applications.
Firm understanding of fundamental electrical principals such as Ohm's law and Watt's law.
Develop peer review check packages for generated engineering drawings.
Ensure the design content conforms to the company quality system procedures as documented, the customer statement of work, along with applicable certification requirements.
Work with ODA UM's and EASA CVE's to ensure designs are compliant to airworthiness requirements.
Coordinate with engineers from other disciplines within the company to accomplish tasks
Responsible for performing the activities listed in one of the following three electrical disciplines:
System Design Engineering Discipline:
Research existing aircraft data using OEM and vendor portals/drawings
Reconfigure existing aircraft systems to integrate new systems/components
Ensure continued proper function of existing systems after modifications
Create wiring diagrams in AutoCAD
Develop system schematics in AutoCAD
Define electrical interface locations and connections for interior monument installations
Apply Boeing SWPM or Airbus ESPM standard wiring practices
Use standard electrical principles to support new or modified system installations
Develop wire kits (cable assemblies), including defining parts, material specifications, and required processes
Installation Engineering Discipline:
Research existing aircraft data using OEM and vendor portals/drawings
Create wire routing and installation drawings in AutoCAD
Design clamping arrangements and determine opportunities to reuse existing routing
Define aircraft effectivity splits
Apply Boeing SWPM or Airbus ESPM standard wiring practices
Identify critical EWIS routing areas and ensure compliance with wire separation requirements
Research vendor parts data, processes, and specifications (MIL, NAS, BAC, ABS, MS, NSA, BMS, etc.)
Create Parts Lists and Collector Drawings
Develop Engineering Orders (EOs) to guide proper installation sequence for technicians
Substantiation Engineering Discipline:
Prepare the following substantiation documents:
o Aircraft Electrical Load Analysis,
o EMI Ground and Flight Test Plans,
o Transverse Vertical Separation Analysis,
o EWIS Reports,
o Prepare Fuel Separation Analysis
o Disturbed Systems Analysis, Functional Test Plans
o System Safety Assessments
o Fault Hazard Assessments
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
At Safran Cabin, diversity & inclusion is a source of richness that adds quality of life, performance, and innovation. We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We seek service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, adaptable to our innovative and evolving environment.
Your Career: Safran is committed to providing internal mobility to our employees. We operate globally so the sky is the limit of where your Safran journey can take you.
Your Development: Safran employees have free access to Safran University courses and external tuition reimbursement for approved programs or certifications.
Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, Safran Perks with BenefitHub - Employee Discounts & Rewards Marketplace for consumer products/services and more!
Candidate skills & requirements
Knowledge and experience:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Engineering degree preferred or 2-5 years of broad aerospace drafting/design experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD
Skills/Abilities:
Drawing management
Troubleshooting/problem solving
Ability to work within a team
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
Understanding of customer's expectations
Ability to prioritize, multi-task effectively, and work under pressure
Superior attention to detail
Working Conditions:
Primarily office work
Consistent use of computer keyboard and monitor
Does require fluent communication in English
Protracted or irregular hours may be required
Must be comfortable working to meet firm deadlines, thus completing work on time
Physical Requirements:
Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds
Annual salary
$80,170 - $100,010 Annually
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Washington, Everett
City (-ies)
415 Riverside Rd. WA 98201 Everett
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Associate Degree
Minimum experience level required
First experience
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
No
