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The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here (https://www.sncorp.com/capabilities/nc3-systems/) .

Responsibilities:

+ Serve as the Lead Electrical/Liaison Engineer, Avionics across all IPT's within the SAOC program.

+ Primarily responsible for problem solving and facilitating action between Ops, MX & Engineering.

+ You will support the Aircraft Liaison Managers, SEIT & SAOC program leadership.

+ You will be a responsible team member fielding the weapon system - 747-8, ground support equipment, trainer & systems integration lab.

Qualifications You Must Have:

+ Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or other related discipline

+ Typically 6 or more years of relevant experience

+ Higher education may substitute for relevant experience

+ Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices

+ Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools

+ Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams

+ Working knowledge of Avionics Engineering in support of avionics subsystem definition, development, integration and testing

+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office & Microsoft Project products

+ Working knowledge of CATIA or similar desktop drafting application

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Top Secret Security Clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

+ Exposure to simulations through functional and logical models and system analysis

+ Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry

+ Experience composing and analyzing Electrical Load Analysis (ELA), circuit modeling, simulation, and analysis

+ Familiarity with design requirements related to High Intensity Radiated Field (HIRF) and Indirect Effects of Lightning (IEL)

+ Knowledge of industry-standard electrical design principles, to include, but not limited to model-based definition, electrical component selection, manufacturing, and production processes

+ Familiar with Electro Magnetic Effects (EME) to include, Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI)

+ Experience in digital or analog circuit design and schematic capture

+ Understanding of the printed circuit board layout process and tools

+ Familiar with 14 CFR Parts 21, 25, 26, 43, 91, 121, 125, 135, and 145

+ Familiar with required compliance criteria of Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and other FAA and OEM documentation

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (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 (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/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 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 (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

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!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.