Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Applied Optimization (AO) Job Description
Job Title: Electrical Engineer Reports to: Principal Scientist
FLSA Status: Full-Time (Exempt) Department: Space Science

Position Objective:

• Design, develop, test, and oversee the manufacturing of electrical and electro-optical systems, components, and related control system hardware to ensure they align with project specifications and safety standards. Collaborate with a diverse team of engineers and staff to deliver efficient, reliable, and innovative solutions. Gain interdisciplinary skills by relating electrical engineering foundations with other skillsets including electro-optical design, astronomy, image processing, mechanical engineering, and additive manufacturing.

Essential Functions:

• Create, explain and apply knowledge of electrical system designs and schematics, including power distribution, control systems, and circuit design
• Develop and conduct tests to validate electrical systems and components, analyze test results, and implement improvements as needed
• Assist in the development of electro-optical designs, devices, and control systems
• Assist in modeling and simulation for electro-optical systems and components
• Understand and apply first-principles methods to validate results
• Manage electrical engineering projects from concept through implementation, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and project requirements
• Work closely with other engineers and project managers to integrate electrical systems with optical, mechanical, civil, and other engineering principles
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including specifications, reports, and manuals, to support engineering processes and maintain project records
• Ensure all electrical systems and related components adhere to safety standards, codes, and regulations
• Ensure accuracy and follow documentation procedures for all work; maintain notebook of daily activities and provide weekly report of work
• Exhibit willingness to extend expertise into other scientific disciplines
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related Field
• Experience/proficiency with electrical design software AutoCAD, MATLAB, ETAP
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, circuits, and power distribution
• Ability to relate fundamentals of Electrical Engineering to secondary, interdisciplinary use-cases while working with other subject matter experts
• Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations NEC, IEEE
• Attention to detail and effective time and schedule management skills
• Effective organizing, planning, debugging, and problem-solving skill
• Ability to adapt within a small team to support evolving customer requirements
• Ability to execute instructions and communication in written, oral, and diagram form
• Strong writing, fact-gathering, and analytical skills
• Basic computer and software skills including but not necessarily limited to Microsoft Office products (e.g., Outlook, Word, and Power Point)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Specialization in Electro-Optics and Photonics, Optical Engineering, or other related field
• Experience/proficiency in additional optical and mechanical design software such as Zemax, SolidWorks, etc.
• College cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.5 or higher

Citizenship/Security Clearance Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen
• May be required to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Security Clearance

Office Requirements

• In-office attendance is required; remote work is not offered at this time

About Us: Applied Optimization is a growing organization located in Fairborn, OH. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary that is commensurate with qualifications and a comprehensive benefits package. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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