Electrical Engineer

RPS Recruitment
  • Irvine, CA
  • $115,000 Per Year
14 days ago

Job Description

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a growing aerospace and defense manufacturer seeking a hands-on Electrical / Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, testing, and manufacturing of electrical and electromechanical assemblies, including cable harnesses, connectors, and power distribution systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and support electrical/electromechanical assemblies, wire harnesses, connectors, and distribution boxes.

  • Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, customer drawings, and technical specifications.

  • Support hands-on hardware integration, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.

  • Develop engineering documentation, test procedures, and electrical drawings.

  • Work closely with manufacturing teams to resolve technical issues and support production.

  • Perform electrical testing using multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and other test equipment.

  • Take ownership of projects from initial requirements through manufacturing and testing.

Requirements

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

  • Hands-on experience in electrical hardware design, integration, and troubleshooting.

  • Experience with cable harnesses, connectors, electrical assemblies, or power distribution systems.

  • Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings.

  • Experience using electrical test equipment and supporting manufacturing operations.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

  • U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, consistent with applicable project requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Aerospace, defense, or electromechanical manufacturing experience.

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.

  • Experience with electrical test fixtures, HiPot testing, and hardware validation.

  • Experience supporting products from design through production.

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a proactive, hands-on engineer who enjoys working directly with electrical hardware, solving technical challenges, and collaborating with manufacturing teams.

Salary: $115,000-150,000k annually including full-benefits

This is an electrical hardware engineering role, not a PLC maintenance or software-only position.

You should be proficient in:

  • Electrical Schematics
  • CAD Software
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Hi-Pot (High Potential) / High Voltage Testing
  • Electrical / Electronic Systems
  • Electrical Schematic Reading
  • Aerospace Manufacturing
  • Aircraft Electrical Systems

Numbers & Facts

LocationIrvine, CA

Skills

  • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
  • CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Softwareunmatched
  • Computer Engineeringunmatched
  • Electrical Componentsunmatched
  • Electrical Designunmatched
  • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
  • Electrical Wiringunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Electromechanical Assemblyunmatched
  • Electromechanicsunmatched
  • Hardware Designunmatched
  • Hardware Quality Assuranceunmatched
  • High Voltage (HV)unmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Integration Testingunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
  • Manufacturing Requirementsunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Oscilloscopeunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Product Designunmatched
  • Product Supportunmatched
  • Production Supportunmatched
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
  • Requirements Managementunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Systems Engineeringunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Drawingunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Test Equipmentunmatched
  • Test Fixturesunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • United States Citizenunmatched
  • Validation Testingunmatched
  • Wire Harnessunmatched

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