Electrical Engineer III

GTS

Huntsville, Alabama

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analog Microwave or Power, Analysis Skills, Antenna, Best Practices, C Programming Language, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, Circuit Design, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Customer Relations, Debugging Skills, Digital Circuits, DoD Clearance, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), Electronic Circuit, Electronic Design, Electronics, Embedded Systems, Engineering, FPGA Design, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Government, Homeland Security, Integration Testing, Logistics, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Microcontroller, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Military, Military/DoD Standards, Multitasking, Options Analysis, Organizational Skills, People Management, Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Layout, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Development, Production Volume, Project Development, Project Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Radio Frequency, Rapid Prototyping, Realtime Operating System, Research Skills, SPICE (Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis), Schematics, Security Clearance, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), System Test, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Research, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, United States Citizen, VHDL Hardware Description Language, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
LOCATION
Huntsville, Alabama
POSTED
2 days ago
Global Technical Systems (GTS) provides innovative, cost-effective, high-tech engineering products and product-based services encompassing latest generation software and hardware solutions and engineering services for defense, homeland security, and other critical Government interests. GTS products and services span a spectrum that includes: mission-critical combat systems processors; C4ISR; technology development including threat detection, biometric identification systems, and composite applications for munitions, armor and energy storage; avionics test systems; and lifecycle logistics support and repair.  Our Munitions Department in Huntsville, AL is search for an Electrical Engineer III to work on-site at 513 Madison Street, SE, Huntsville, AL 35801 
 
Electrical Engineer III
Huntsville, AL
 
General Description:
Design, prototype, test and verify the performance of complex systems and electronic modules for Munitions and other energetics related systems. Apply systems, hardware, and software knowledge, as applicable, to the design of new products and the redesign / modification of existing systems and components. Perform analyses and trade studies.  Provide technical input to specifications that support system and module design and enhancement. Evaluate and recommend options and alternatives for system and module level components. Exercise good judgment and best practice experience to plan and accomplish goals.
 
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Design Electronic circuits, including digital, analog and power distribution·    
  • Create schematics and PCB layouts using appropriate CAD software
  • Lead, perform, and/or support Electrical system integration, test, and analysis.
  • Lead and mentor junior team members.  Collaborate with senior members.
  • Provide original design inputs to the development of Electrical engineering projects.
  • Participate in technical discussions to develop product ideas and resolve problems.
  • Conduct technical research to understand alternate approaches to a problem and/or technical issue.
  • Support investigations and engineering evaluations of highly complex projects and products.
  • Evaluate vendor capabilities, products, and/or services for the required level of performance.
  • Process, facilitate/implement design ideas, and improve existing products.
  • Interact with customers, vendors, engineers, production personnel and program management to successfully complete projects.
  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering teams for detail, module, and system level designs.
  • Prepare requirements documents and detailed specifications to include the allocation of requirements to systems and system components.
  • Work with teams of highly skilled professionals to research, design and develop new and complex systems and architectures.
  • Analyze, improve, and/or originate approaches and techniques for rapid prototyping, development, test, and full-scale production.
Work Experience Requirements:
7+ years relevant engineering experience in an electrical engineering discipline.
 
Educational Requirements (or equivalent):
BS in Electrical Engineering 
 
Working Conditions:
This work is typically performed in an office environment which requires normal safety precautions. It may require some physical effort in the handling of light materials, boxes, or equipment. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job. Physical demands include ability to lift and/or move 10 -25 pounds.
 
Essential Skills/Experience:
  • Good working knowledge of embedded electronics in a System of Systems, EMI/EMC requirements, and exposure to other electrical disciplines.
  • Integrating and interfacing RF systems, radios, and antennas.
  • Microcontroller, sensor, data acquisition, mixed-signal, and high-speed circuit design.
  • 7+ years preferred in a relevant electrical engineering position.
  • C programming, testing, and debugging real-time, embedded products and applications.
  • Modeling and circuit analysis using best industry practices and software.
  • Proficient with Schematic/PCB tools, SPICE simulation tools, and Microsoft Office products.
  • Design Electrical interfaces and cabling
  • Hands-on prototype fabrication and testing.
  • Excellent technical documentation skills for design, manufacturing, test reports, presentations, discussions, and proposals.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to work both independently and in highly collaborative teams.
  • Accurately articulate concepts, theories, and system design attributes to technical team members.
  • Product development for government programs and defense systems with military standards.
  • Design and test of military (or extended industrial) products for extreme environments (temperature, shock, vibration, altitude, etc.).
  • Ability to acquire and maintain a DoD security clearance.
Beneficial Skills/Experience:
  • Power supply design and testing
  • FPGA/VHDL design and testing
  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and high-volume production
The above Position Description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position.
 
Pursuant to our contract with the federal government, U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
 
GTS offers a stimulating and exciting work atmosphere with competitive salary and benefits package. 
 

About the Company

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GTS

Since 1998, GTS Specialists have been providing expert support on technology and operational applications to mid-market and large corporate clients.

GTS was always committed to an exceptional level of excellence in the development of complex information technology solutions at several leading clients. High levels of customer confidence enabled GTS to expand to other areas including customer care, customer engineering, call center staffing and ultimately evolve as a one stop shop for diverse technology and human resource requirements - both technical and non-technical.

GTS developed proven methodology and U.S.-based, low-cost development approach that enabled it to service clients in a fraction of the time and expense of traditional IT consulting and integration companies. This, supported by expertise at Global recruitment enabled GTS provide clients with “hard to find skills” at a reasonable cost.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1998
WEBSITE
http://www.gtsamerica.com/htm/