Description

U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible.

Toyon Research Corporation is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Advanced Concepts flight test team within the Aerospace Systems Group. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in electrical engineering principles with the ability to take ideas from concept through design, build, test, and delivery. This role is focused on prototype mixed-signal embedded hardware and offers the opportunity to contribute across all phases of product development in a highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Perform system analysis, develop architectures, and create detailed electrical designs of advanced avionics and aerospace systems
Design and build mixed-signal and embedded system circuits and custom PCBAs
Drive hardware development from initial concept through fabrication, integration, and delivery
Troubleshoot and resolve complex or unusual engineering challenges under tight timelines
Collaborate across disciplines on multi-project teams
Prepare and present technical material for design reviews
Work effectively under evolving requirements in a fast-paced prototyping environment

Requirements

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering design and development
Experience designing, assembling, and troubleshooting circuits and PCBAs
Proficiency with EE CAD and simulation tools (Altium, OrCAD, KiCad, SPICE, etc.)
Familiarity with scripting or analysis tools (Python + SciPy, MATLAB, etc.)
Strong understanding of general EE principles including:

o Analog and digital circuit design

o Power distribution and regulation

o Signal integrity, grounding, and EMI/EMC mitigation

o Component selection, derating, and tolerance analysis

o Electrical safety standards (UL, CE, IPC, MIL-STD)

o ESD handling and design practices

Knowledge of design documentation and version control best practices (schematics, BOMs, revision control)
Ability to interpret and apply industry standards and specifications (IPC-2221/610, MIL-STD-461, DO-160, etc.)
Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with RF circuit design and RF telemetry systems
Familiarity with communication protocols such as RS-232, ARINC, low-voltage TTL, Ethernet, and MIL-STD-1553 (or 1773)
Experience with power electronics design (DC-DC converters, battery systems, motor drives)
Experience with FPGA development and integration
Experience supporting environmental testing (thermal, vibration, EMI) and hardware qualification

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

Competitive Industry Pay
100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
HSA with Employer Contributions
Dental and Vision Coverage Options
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick leave
Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Electrical Engineer position is $115,000 to $200,000.

The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment.

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Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans

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