Sr Electrical Engineering Lead

Responsibilities:

Process & Tool Development and Management 

• Act as the SAOC program primary point-of-contact for tool and process-related inquiries, providing guidance as needed. 
• Establish, document, and maintain engineering processes on the SAOC program, including: 
• Template creation and management. 
• Standards for drawings, modeling, and documentation. 
• Workflow optimization for mechanical, electrical, structural, and liaison engineering disciplines. 
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for discipline-specific workflows, tools, and processes, incorporating feedback from IPTs. 
• Ensure tools, workflows, and processes are aligned with SNC and industry best practices while tailoring to meet SAOC specific requirements. 
• Lead the implementation of current and future tools, leveraging Model-Based Definition (MBD) and digital engineering methodologies. 
• Monitor the effectiveness of tools and processes, making adjustments as necessary to improve program efficiency and effectiveness. 
• Document and communicate process improvements to relevant stakeholders, providing training to ensure smooth adoption and consistent application. 

Technical Leadership 

• Oversee system-level interface definitions and resolve cross-disciplinary integration conflicts. 
• Support trade studies and optimizations to align with program requirements and objectives. 
• Facilitate integration activities to ensure alignment with SAOC IPTs and Subsystem requirements. 
• Conduct regular meetings with SAOC IPTs to drive collaboration and ensure alignment on priorities and objectives. 
• Mentor engineers to improve technical capabilities and ensure adherence to established processes and standards. 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or other related discipline and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience
• Higher education may substitute for relevant experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices 
• Proficient using CAD tools (ie: CATIA) and familiar with SysML (ie: CAMEO) 
• Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams 
• Strong background in process improvement and tool development 
• Knowledge of industry standard design principles and lifecycles (ie: concept to production) 
• Experience producing program deliverables (ie: wire diagrams, part/assembly/installation drawings, analysis, and reports) 
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required 

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience leading teams of engineers across multiple disciplines 
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry with knowledge of military and civil certification regulations 
• Familiarity with workflows such as aircraft modification, system integration, and hardware troubleshooting 
• Experience developing and verifying engineering tools and methods 
• Experience with Model-Based Engineering (MBE) and Design (MBD) principles 
• Understanding of advanced simulation techniques, including FEA, CFD, and thermal analysis 
• Expertise in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5 
• Knowledge of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) principles 

At Sierra Nevada Company, LLC (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

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