Staff Electrical Engineer (2505-080) Astronics Subsidiary Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) Location Kirkland, WA Description Astronics AES is on the lookout for a **Staff Level Electrical Engineer** to enhance our Airborne Power Control (APC) Product Team, as part of our office in **Kirkland, WA** . This is a unique opportunity to collaborate in the design of the entire electrical system for the FLRRA Helicopter program, as well as contribute to pioneering eVTOL electric aviation technology. This predominantly on-site role offers the flexibility to work remotely part-time, depending on project needs. **If you are an engineer with experience in a highly regulated industry such as aerospace and possess analog and digital circuit design expertise for power electronics products, please read on!** **Job Summary:** The principal aim for the Staff Electrical Engineer is to assist in establishing AES as a globally recognized leader in aircraft electrical power generation systems, catering to small to midsize business jets, UAVs, and rotorcraft. **Duties & Responsibilities:** + Design analog and digital circuits for power electronics products. + Utilize circuit simulation tools to guide design approaches. + Research and select circuit components based on factors such as performance, cost, and availability. + Conduct initial hardware functional testing. + Create design process documents to ensure RTCA DO-254 compliance. + Develop reliable products suitable for an aircraft environment considering factors such as temperature and EMI. + Collaborate with technician staff to support hardware performance testing. + Deliver technical presentations to both internal and external audiences. **Minimum Qualifications:** **Education:** + Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering from an accredited institution required. **Experience:** + Demonstrated expertise (typically eight or more years of direct experience) with the aforementioned duties and responsibilities to be considered for the Staff Electrical Engineer role. **Employment Eligibility Requirements:** + As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, you **must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible** . + Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment background check and **drug test, which includes screening for the use of cannabis** . **Base Salary is $132,983 - $199,474 per year.** The midpoint for this range is $166,228. At Astronics AES, individuals are typically hired closer to the midpoint rather than near the top of the range. The actual salary offered will be influenced by several job-related and non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions, and business needs. **Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:** + **Stay Healthy** – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity + **Save for the Future** – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan + **Find Balance** – Work/life balance culture. Employee Assistance Program, Hybrid work arrangements for many positions. + **Time for You** – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year Position Requirements _As above_ Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision. EOE Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. This position is currently accepting applications.