Integration & Development Test Engineer (2024-099)

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES

Location Kirkland, WA

Description

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking an Integration & Development Test Engineer or Sr. Integration & Development Test Engineer to join our cohesive Airborne Power & Control (APC) Team of professional problem solvers in Kirkland, WA .

If you are interested in working at a dynamic company with a winning culture which has been awarded as one of Washington’s Best Places to work for 15 years consecutively , please read on!

JOB SUMMARY

The overriding business objective for the Sr. Integration Engineer will be to support the design, development, and test of innovative aircraft Power Systems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and review system and unit level environmental and EMI test procedures, using DO-160, MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-461 as guidance, for new aircraft electrical power equipment designs, perform tests, and document results from lab testing.

• Develop custom system and unit level test equipment designs and drawings to enable successful tests of aircraft electrical power systems and equipment.

• Analyze and solve a diverse variety of system and EMI test related technical problems through use of test data and specification requirements. Organize and analyze data and document results. Review results to ensure their accuracy and appropriateness.

• Support AES in-house EMI lab operations and processes. Define standard and custom test equipment to support problem discovery and isolation.

• Support environmental and EMI development testing, troubleshooting, and formal testing using custom test equipment and standard lab test equipment.

• Prepare and present technical information of diverse scope for internal and external engineers, program personnel, and other internal and external customers.

• Acts as an individual contributor, building stable working relationships internally through tasks and assignments

• Guide technicians and operators in performing system integration and unit level development test and custom test equipment builds.

• Support system, environmental and electromagnetic interference testing of aircraft electrical power generation, conversion, and distribution equipment in the APC department

• Prepare and review system and unit level test procedures and reports for aircraft electrical power generation, conversion, and distribution equipment.

• Support DO-160, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461 testing on aerospace electrical power equipment.

• Develop and review development and qualification test procedures for environmental and EMI.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution or related technical discipline required.

Experience:

• Demonstrates familiarity typically two (2) or more years of direct experience in the duties & responsibilities of the position for consideration as Integration & Development Test Engineer .

• Demonstrates proficiency typically five (5) to seven (7) years of direct experience in the duties & responsibilities of the position for consideration as Sr. Integration & Development Test Engineer .

• Experience with:

• Integrating and testing aircraft electrical power distribution, on aircraft and lab

• Troubleshooting and monitoring a variety of serial data buses, avionics, and industry

• FAA Part 23 or 35 certification testing

• Electrical wiring definition (aircraft and test equipment)

• Usage of PC controlled test equipment

• Instrumentation and data logging equipment and sensors

• MS Excel (charting, formulas), Word, PowerPoint, 2D drawing packages

• Presenting information to internal groups and external customers

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible .

• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis .

Integration & Development Test Engineer Base Salary Range is $79,293 - $118,940 per year. Sr. Integration & Development Test Engineer Base Salary Range is $102,687 - $154,031 per year.

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 influence actual salary offered.

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 – Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture

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 Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. 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.