Principal Avionics Electrical Engineer

Aerospace and defense technology company developing hypersonic aircraft through hardware-rich, iterative development with modern computing and autonomy.
$165,000 - $224,000
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8+ years of experience
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Description For Principal Avionics Electrical Engineer

Hermeus, an innovative aerospace and defense technology company, is seeking a Principal Avionics Electrical Engineer to join their mission of revolutionizing air travel through hypersonic aircraft development. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, including the company's combined turbojet-ramjet engine and flight vehicle programs like Quarterhorse and Darkhorse.

The position demands a seasoned professional with extensive experience in electrical systems design, avionics, and aerospace applications. You'll be responsible for designing and testing custom electrical systems, ensuring seamless integration of complex subsystems, and working across multiple disciplines to create control and instrumentation systems for various aircraft components.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of relevant experience, strong technical expertise in electrical engineering, and a deep understanding of aerospace industry standards. This role offers the chance to directly impact the future of supersonic and hypersonic flight, working with state-of-the-art technology and contributing to groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

Working at Hermeus means joining a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aviation. The company values hands-on experience, practical problem-solving, and a bias toward action. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone passionate about aerospace innovation and ready to take on complex technical challenges in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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Responsibilities For Principal Avionics Electrical Engineer

  • Shape the future of commercial supersonic and hypersonic flight
  • Design, test, and integrate GNC systems, electrical hardware, control software, power distribution, and RF communications
  • Design and test custom electrical systems for ground test and flight applications
  • Ensure seamless integration and compatibility of designs at sub-system and integrated system level
  • Work across disciplines to create control and instrumentation systems for engine, structural, hydraulic, and electrical systems

Requirements For Principal Avionics Electrical Engineer

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  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 8+ years of experience in electrical hardware design, control systems, instrumentation and signal conditioning, digital communication busses, analog design and simulation, power electronics, harness design
  • Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or similar disciplines (preferred)
  • Experience with electrical and mechanical design software
  • Experience with avionics devices and protocols
  • Strong analysis and troubleshooting skills
  • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards
  • Experience with DC power systems
  • Ability to travel on short notice
  • Must be a U.S. person or eligible for deemed export licensing

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