Job Description
Job Description
Electrical Engineer – Lead High-Impact Projects In Aviation And Tactical Lighting
Take Ownership of Projects That Power Safety Around the World
Looking to make a bigger impact without getting lost in the layers of a massive organization? Join a company that's small enough to give you real autonomy, but big enough to supply the world’s top aircraft manufacturers and military forces with life-saving emergency and tactical lighting systems.
We’re seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer who’s ready to lead major design efforts and partner closely with engineering leadership. In this role, you’ll manage programs from concept through production, and contribute directly to the design of advanced lighting, batteries, electrical harnesses, and other mission-critical gear. This role has significant growth and advancement potential.
What You Can Expect
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Lead meaningful projects. You won’t be stuck overseeing minor updates. You’ll manage full product designs and major redesigns that are shipped globally.
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Be a core contributor. Work side-by-side with the company President, Chief Engineer and Production teams to take products from prototype to production.
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Work in a culture that values you. We have a tight-knit, family feel with regular paid team events and a diverse, inclusive culture.
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Have room to grow. You'll gain visibility, variety, and access to decision-makers—plus the chance to influence design direction and team processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Circuit design and troubleshooting down to component level
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Project management related to new product design and significant redesigns
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Leads regular engineering meetings for aviation and military engineering projects
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Provides estimates and timelines for proposed projects
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Monitors and manages project schedules and milestones
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Collaborates with the Chief Engineer for new product design and development
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Supports the Chief Engineer and Production Engineer for release to production
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Provides technical documentation for product design, development, and qualification
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Services as back-up for Chief Engineer as needed
Required Skills and Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or 5+ years of relevant experience
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Circuit design and troubleshooting capabilities to the component level
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Working knowledge of printed circuit board design and related software experience
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Engineering project management experience in a manufacturing environment
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Demonstrated engineering documentation skills and experience
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Proficient in systems, programs, and software similar to those used at BaseWest
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High level interpersonal and team management skills
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Excellent written, verbal and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
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Project management and resource budgeting experience
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Experience with project management systems and software
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Experience in C++ programming / coding
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Experience with MRP/ERP software systems
Company DescriptionSolution Harbor is a professional recruiting services firm providing retained search services to the best companies in the US. Solution Harbor works to bring the best key employees to businesses to drive change and improve operations, sales, and accounting processes. We have an unsurpassed capability to identify the best matches and situations for our clients and candidates alike.
Company Description
Solution Harbor is a professional recruiting services firm providing retained search services to the best companies in the US. Solution Harbor works to bring the best key employees to businesses to drive change and improve operations, sales, and accounting processes. We have an unsurpassed capability to identify the best matches and situations for our clients and candidates alike.