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Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Electrical Engineer 1

Electrical EngineeringPosted on Nov 9
Full-timeLone Tree, CO, USA$74.9k - $103k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required.
  • 0–2+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field is required.
  • A basic understanding of electrical/electronic design and testing principles is required.
  • Conceptual knowledge of engineering principles and practices is required.
  • A basic understanding of Computer-Aided Engineering tools is required.
  • Familiarity with working in multidisciplinary design and development teams is required.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a United States Secret security clearance is required.
  • The role requires the ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
  • The role requires the ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
  • The role requires precision in designing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical/electronic systems and components.
  • The role requires the ability to analyze complex electrical/electronic systems and evaluate performance data to identify problems and improve designs.
  • The role requires applying systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to diagnose and resolve electrical/electronic issues.
  • The role requires the ability to clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management.
  • The role requires the ability to understand technical documents, electrical/electronic schematics, and electronic instrument measurements.
  • The role requires the ability to handle small components, tools, and equipment with precision.
  • The role requires the ability to travel as required.
  • U.S. citizenship is required because the position requires an active U.S. security clearance for employment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design and development of electrical/electronic systems.
  • Support development of circuit card assemblies in some applications.
  • Learn implementation of electrical wiring design practices.
  • Support testing and validation of electrical/electronic systems and components.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design specifications are met.
  • Document technical designs, test procedures, and results.
  • Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting and debugging of electrical/electronic circuits and systems.

Desired Qualifications

  • Internship or project experience in electrical engineering is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Computer-Aided Design software for electrical applications is preferred.
  • Exposure to simulations through functional and logical models and system analysis is preferred.
  • A background in the aerospace and defense industry is preferred.
  • Knowledge of electrical component selection and manufacturing is preferred.
  • Experience with printed circuit board design is preferred.
  • Understanding of circuit modeling, simulation, and analysis is preferred.

About the Company

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Sierra Nevada Corporation is a private, global aerospace and national security company serving the U.S. government and other customers with complex engineering projects. Its products include the Dream Chaser spaceplane, a reusable, runway-landing spacecraft developed after SpaceDev’s 2008 acquisition to carry cargo and later crew to low-Earth orbit under NASA contracts. The company differentiates itself through a long-term, acquisition-driven growth strategy, steady execution, and private ownership by the Ozmen family, with the Sierra Space spin-off in 2021 focusing on spaceflight and commercial ventures. Its goal is to solve tough engineering challenges for customers and become a leading partner in defense and space exploration.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Sparks, NV
Founded
1963

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