Electrical Engineer (UAV, Robotics)

$100,000 - $150,000/Yr

Columbus Technologies And Services - Simi Valley, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Simi Valley, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Electrical Engineer III position is a critical role within our engineering team, focusing on the design, development, modification, and evaluation of electronic parts, components, or integrated circuitry for various electronic equipment and hardware systems. This position requires a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop electronic systems for small unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs). The successful candidate will be responsible for selecting components and equipment based on thorough analysis of specifications and reliability, as well as determining design approaches and parameters. In this role, the engineer will perform simulations and detailed designs for both digital and analog circuits, driving system integration, assembly procedures, and test procedures. Documentation is a key aspect of this position, as the engineer will be required to create engineering drawings and written descriptions of their designs. Troubleshooting complex systems from both hardware and software perspectives is essential, as is the ability to design, build, and test prototypes efficiently. The engineer will also work with avionics, embedded systems, and RF links, writing software to support the integration of sensors and embedded processors. The position involves designing and implementing circuit boards, which includes architecture, component selection, schematic capture, board layout, board bring-up, and thorough documentation. Additionally, the engineer will provide electronic engineering support for research and development projects, performing design and analysis tasks while writing fabrication and test procedures. The role requires working on problems of diverse scope, where the analysis of data necessitates the evaluation of identifiable factors, and following standard practices and procedures when analyzing situations or data to derive solutions. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Performs simulation and detailed design for digital and analog circuits
• Drives system integration, assembly procedures, and test procedures
• Documents designs with engineering drawings and written descriptions
• Troubleshoots complex systems from a hardware and software perspective
• Designs, builds, and tests prototypes expediently and efficiently
• Works with avionics, embedded systems, and RF links; writes software to support the integration of sensors and embedded processors
• Designs and implements circuit boards, including architecture, component selection, schematic capture, board layout, board bring-up, and documentation
• Performs electronic engineering support activities on R&D projects; performs design & analysis tasks and writes fabrication & test procedures
• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
• Follows standard practices and procedures when analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum of 5 - 8 years of relevant experience
• Proficient with office software, computer-based productivity tools, and other software tools in one's area of expertise
• Experienced using Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout
• Experienced in one or more areas: Radio Frequency (RF), embedded control, FPGA
• Experienced with power electronics, including motors and Battery Technology (lead acid, Nickel metal hydride & Lithium ion)
• Demonstrated competency in troubleshooting complex systems
• Demonstrated familiarity with common industry protocols (LVDS, I2C, HDMI, UART, SPI, CAN, USB)
• Knowledge of general Engineering fundamentals, mathematics, physics & material properties
• Must have a clean driving record

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree is preferred
• Flight test or R/C (Remote Control) experience a plus
• Hands-on experience with tools a plus
• Demonstrates familiarity with Small UAV subsystems and associated software

Benefits

• Relocation assistance available
• Full-time direct employment with W2 and full benefits
• Base salary range of $100,000 to $150,000 + bonus and benefits