Sr. Electrical Design Engineer
- Cincinnati, OH
- $60.00-66.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Schedule: 4/10’s, Monday–Thursday
Pay Rate: $125,000 – $137,000 annually
Clearance: Must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)Position OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with extensive analog and digital circuit design experience to support the development of ruggedized electronics for ordnance applications. This role will involve schematic development, component stress analysis, test planning, and hands-on leadership throughout the entire product lifecycle. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong technical expertise, proven project leadership, and the ability to effectively collaborate with both internal teams and external customers.Essential Functions
- Design ruggedized electronics for ordnance applications, including analog and digital circuitry.
- Perform circuit tolerance analyses using hand calculations and SPICE-based tools.
- Develop, refine, and ensure compliance with system requirements.
- Create and execute test plans; generate associated reports (Brassboard, Design Verification, Qualification, Firing Properties).
- Lead and oversee test activities across all phases of the product development cycle.
- Conduct and document root-cause failure investigations using structured tools (8D, Fishbone, Cause & Effect).
- Prepare and lead technical design reviews with both internal stakeholders and external customers.
- Act as the primary technical interface for internal teams, external customers, and review boards.
- Support proposal efforts with material and labor estimates.
- Generate Engineering Orders (EOs) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
- Balance multiple projects simultaneously, providing both technical expertise and leadership.
- BSEE/CompE or related discipline with 6+ years of relevant experience; or MSEE/CompE with 4+ years; in lieu of a degree, 10+ years of equivalent experience.
- Strong background in analog design (differential amplifiers, op amps, filters, data converters, LDOs).
- Experience in digital design (logic gates, flip-flops, timers, filters).
- 3+ years of experience in power supply/power conditioning design and power conversion (AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC).
- Familiarity with serial communication buses (UART, SPI, I2C).
- Knowledge of sensors (temperature, MEMs accelerometers, gyros, pressure sensors, etc.).
- Experience applying EMI suppression, ESD protection, and short-circuit protection practices.
- Hands-on troubleshooting experience with oscilloscopes, meters, function generators, etc.
- Proficiency with simulation/modeling tools (LTSpice, MATLAB/Simulink).
- Experience with schematic capture and layout tools (Altium, PADS).
- Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale technical projects from concept through completion.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills (test plans, reports, drawings, etc.).
- Root cause analysis experience.
- Experience designing Electronic Safety and Arming Devices (ESADs) and Ignition Safety Devices IAW MIL-STD-1316 and MIL-STD-1901A.
- Experience presenting designs to Safety Review Boards (AFSRB, FISTRP, NNMSB).
- Experience interfacing with energetic materials testing.
- Design experience for extreme environments (shock, vibration, temperature, humidity).
- Strong teamwork and cross-discipline communication skills.
- 70% office/cubicle environment.
- 30% production floor and lab environment (flexible based on project needs).
- Onsite work is required.
- Advanced analog/digital design expertise
- Power supply and power conversion design
- Hands-on troubleshooting with lab equipment
- Simulation and schematic capture proficiency
- Proven ability to lead full lifecycle technical projects
- Strong teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to reprioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Independent problem-solving and decision-making