Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for an Analog Engineer III at our Lynnwood, WA location.
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA's New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Advanced Air Mobility demonstrators. You'll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!
Job Summary:
The Analog Engineer III is an experienced contributor who works highly independently and uses established procedures to perform assigned tasks by working cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Suppliers and Customers. Provide engineering design and analysis services for DC/DC power converters and filters for space and Hi-reliability applications. Responsibility for technical proposals, requirements management, detailed architecture of topology and control, detailed circuit design and analyses (including familiarity with part selection and design concepts associated with radiation hardened / tolerant circuitry), product performance, customer presentations, schedule, and cost requirements. Will have expert knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures of assigned product or program. May lead a team of engineers on assigned projects.
Essential Functions:
Model and simulate circuit or system performanceof dc-dc power converters and filtersusing analytical tools
Detailed design and analysis of discrete implementation of power converter control circuitry that is resistant to performance degradation due to radiation effects
Filter modeling, analysis and design
System integration, test and development ofDC power conversion hardware for spaceflight and Hi-Rel applications
Investigateandevaluate newpower topologies and controlfor spaceflight applications
Work with interdisciplinary teams toensurethat the designs meet the customers'electrical, environmental as well as internal manufacturing requirements and standards
Support internal concurrent design criteria
Function asthetechnical interface for customers and attend technical meetings as required. Supportspecification development with customers
Translatemarketspecificationsinto design requirements.Generate design documentation required for proto@type and/or production releases asrequired
Document new designs per established guidelines including but not limited to simulations, test circuit measurements and tolerance analyses
Provide appropriate input to the development of test procedures, fixtures and software
Respond tomarket trends and requirementsfor product development specifications
Any other task assigned by your supervisor or management
Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:5+ years of experiencewith microelectronic dc-dcpower conversionand control systemdesign, including knowledge of radiation effects on components and circuits.Experience with high reliability hardwaredesignfrom conceptual design throughproductdelivery.Experience withanalogmodeling tools (I.e.,Symetrix, Simplis,AnsysMaxwell, Mathcadorequivalent software
Knowledge: Knowledge of complexdc-dcpower topologies and control circuitries;Discrete analogcircuit design;Detailed knowledge ofpowerelectronicstechnology,includingtemperature compensating analog circuits,radiation tolerant components and circuitry,referencecompensators, magnetic design, and planar magnetics
Skill: Excellent documentation, organization and time management skills.Ability to write procedures, reports, and acceptance tests.Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects through completedevelopmentcycle.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in team environmentand mentor others.
Education/Certification: BS degree in Electrical Engineering. Master's or PhD preferred.
Working Conditions:
Standard office environment
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets
Workspace (line, cube, etc): cubicle/desk
Top Benefits:
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:
Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment
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You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
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Salary range: $137,036.35 - 161,548.00. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us.
The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate's base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement - as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.
