Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States' undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals' tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.
Job Summary
The Sr. Electrical Engineer (III) is an experienced individual contributor with strong expertise in electronic design and battery technologies. This role applies advanced knowledge of electrical-engineering principles to design, analyze, and test complex circuits and battery-powered systems. The engineer works closely with cross-functional teams to support product development, ensure efficient use of resources, and deliver safe, high-performing electronic solutions.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Design, model, simulate, and test complex electronic circuits, subsystems, and systems.
Support designs with analysis, simulations, and calculations including SPICE and Mathcad.
Create schematic drawings and support PCB design, layout, and routing of sub-assemblies and systems.
Design primary and rechargeable battery packs for high-volume military products.
Develop component, sub-assembly, and system-level analysis to ensure power-management designs meet technical and safety requirements.
Design power-delivery systems for battery-operated devices, including performance, safety, and manufacturing considerations.
Perform component, sub-assembly, and system-level testing for power-delivery system performance.
Collaborate with vendors to develop battery-pack drawings and assemblies.
Prepare documentation required for engineering and manufacturing activities.
Conduct complex in-house tests and provide technical guidance or mentoring as needed (without formal leadership responsibilities).
Apply risk analysis, failure analysis, and root-cause methods within the electronic-engineering discipline.
Support product, process, and system issues; recommend enhancements and cost reductions; initiate ECNs; and evaluate cost impacts.
Maintain accurate and complete records of engineering activities.
Evaluate materials and systems; identify equipment; or prepare work instructions for manufacturing.
Provide training or direction to engineers, technicians, or manufacturing operators as needed (not in a supervisory capacity).
Provide technical input to bid and proposal activities.
Communicate technical information to customers, suppliers, or vendors.
Travel and participate in product field tests.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications
4-year degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering or related field OR a combination of education and relevant experience.
A minimum of 4 years of experience with hands-on implementation expertise in electronic design, simulation, modeling, analysis and test of electronic assemblies and systems.
Skills and Abilities
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Hands-on experience in electronic design, simulation, modeling, analysis, and testing.
Detailed knowledge of UN/DOT 38.3 and NAVSEA S9310-AQ-SAF-010 specifications, including qualifying battery designs against those requirements.
Thorough knowledge of primary and rechargeable battery chemistry and battery-pack design.
Experience designing battery-pack safety features such as TCO, PTC, fuses, and high/low-resistance short detection.
Ability to apply both formal training and practical experience to generate innovative solutions.
Ability to write proposals, cost estimates, and schedule estimates, and participate in presentations.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
High initiative, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently on technical matters.
Ability to travel and participate in field tests.
Travel and Physical Requirements
Minimum travel required
The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20lbs.
Benefits Highlights
Healthcare
Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.
Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
On-site wellness clinic.
Paid Benefits
Competitive compensation.
401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution.
Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Fertility and family building assistance.
Additional Benefits
Flexible work schedules available based on position:
9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
5/8s
4/10s
3/12s
Lifestyle spending account.
Perks at work.
Generous employee referral program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options
These are highlights of Elbit America benefits. If there is a conflict with these highlights, company policy or benefits plan documents shall govern. Benefits are subject to change.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Accessibility
Sparton DeLeon Springs, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email us at Accessibility@Sparton.com
Disclaimer:
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
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