Job Details

WHO WE ARE...

Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics, founded in 1964, repairs, designs and manufactures aircraft avionics and other instruments to customers across multiple aviation segments. We operate one of the largest maintenance, overhaul and exchange programs in the world. A leader in the design and manufacture of advanced lithium-ion aircraft batteries, USB chargers, inverters and converters, our True Blue Power products provide power solutions for the global aerospace industry.

THE POSITION...

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will design electrical power conversion products for aircraft critical systems and cabin applications. Experience the entire product lifecycle, from concept and requirements, through design, implementation, testing and certification and field application. To be successful in this role, you'll need to be familiar with several technologies including DC-to-AC inverters, DC-to-DC converters, AC-to-DC converters, AC-AC converters, power regulation for battery systems, power distribution and control. You can expect opportunities ranging from 10W to 600W+ capabilities. You'll be part of the reason our customers consider us a premier instrument, avionics, and aircraft power solutions provider.

THIS POSITION MAY BE FOR YOU IF...

• You have a master's degree in electrical engineering or Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering.
• You have a minimum 5 years of experience designing power conversion products.
• You have proficiency in designing and troubleshooting analog circuits and switch-mode power electronics.
• You have a background in magnetics including power transformers and filters.
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office.
• You are able to work in a team environment.
• You have strong attention to detail.
• You are organized, focused and results oriented.
• You are a problem-solver with critical thinking and prioritizing skills.
• You have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

WE WOULD REALLY LIKE IT IF... (but it's not a deal breaker)

• You have experience designing to environmental requirements such as RTCA DO-160 or similar aerospace, military, or commercial standards.
• You have experience with PADS, or similar schematic capture, and PCB layout software, and PSpice or LTSpice simulation tools.
• You have experience with Design for Manufacture and Design for Test (DFM & DFT).

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ONE DAY TO THE NEXT...

• Create schematics and direct PCB layout using PADs
• Research new components, technologies, and methods to incorporate into new designs
• Coordinate with other functional teams, including layout, mechanical, software, and certification engineers
• Build and troubleshoot hardware, including soldering, operation of test equipment, and daily work in both office and test lab environments
• Design and execute test procedures to verify compliance with applicable performance, regulatory, and quality requirements
• Design and integrate manufacturing tools as needed for new products
• Create and document designs in required formats, including BOMs, ECOs, and work instructions

WE ARE ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK...

• We provide competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
• We promote an environment where you can excel in your career while still maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Our facility is climate controlled, clean, organized, and safe. We operate in a professional, light manufacturing environment.
• We foster a friendly and inclusive workplace in which all employees feel valued, respected, and accepted.
• We are all on the same team. We communicate well with one another.
• We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right - every time.
• We have a flat organizational structure which allows for improved collaboration, easier decision-making, and effective communication between leadership and employees.
• We have frequent events to keep work interesting. Our food drive is super impressive, we have a food truck fest in the summer, monthly fruit/donut day, employee luncheons throughout the year, wellness challenges with prizes and we sponsor our employees in community walk/run activities.
• We have a small company feel even though we're doing big things!

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.