Senior Engineer, Aircraft Electrical Power Systems

SOGECLAIR

. Develop electrical power generation and distribution solutions meeting unique Defense customer mission requirements.

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeWichita • Kansas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical system design, compliance with FAA, TCCA, and EASA certification requirements, and effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical System DesignFAA Certification RequirementsSystem Safety ProcessesAutoCAD ProficiencyRTCA DO-160 Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Electrical Load AnalysisSystem Schematics CreationWiring Diagrams DevelopmentFunctional Test PlansQualification Test PlansImpact AnalysisComponent Specification ResearchTest Report GenerationDesign Compliance ReportingBid and Proposal Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsSelf-MotivatedTime Management

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeAutoCAD

Industry Keywords

14 CFR Part 25TCCAEASARTCA DO-178RTCA DO-254

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop electrical power generation and distribution solutions meeting unique Defense customer mission requirements.
Identify deliverables, risks, and challenges during bid and proposal phases.
Create system schematics, supplier requirement documents, system descriptions, interface control documents, wiring diagrams, electrical load analyses, functional and qualification test plans, test reports, and design compliance reports.
Review installation drawings and qualification test data and reports.
Decompose customer statements of work into detailed requirements.
Analyze ground and flight test data to verify system performance and functionality.
Research component specifications and selections.
Support change management through research, concepts, design reviews, trade studies, impact analysis, and implementation.
Work with suppliers and internal customers to investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve aircraft build or test issues.
Support internal and external design reviews and program governance sessions.
Demonstrate compliance with 14 CFR Part 25 FAA, TCCA, and EASA certification requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

You will hold a Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
You will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in electrical system design or a related field.
You will have a working knowledge of FAA, TCCA and EASA Part 25 certification requirements.
You will have a working knowledge of system safety processes.
You will be familiar with RTCA DO-160, DO-178 and DO-254 standards.
You will be proficient with MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access).
Experience with AutoCAD is also preferred.
You must exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
You will demonstrate interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, employees, management, and suppliers.
You must be self-motivated and be able to coordinate multiple activities and manage time effectively.
You must be authorized to work in the US.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Enjoying an international and multicultural work environment
Having access to internal mobility opportunities
Gaining valuable knowledge through continuous training
RRSP with employer contribution
Group insurance with 50% employer coverage
Telecare
5 personal days
An additional week off during the holiday season