Sr. Electrical Engineer, Product Support Power Electronics Systems (2025 051)

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Sr. Electrical Engineer, Product Support - Power Electronics Systems (2025-051)

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES

Location Kirkland, WA

Description
**Astronics Advanced Electrical Systems** (AES) is seeking a **Sr. Electrical Engineer, Product Support – Power Electronics Systems** to join our Airborne Power Control (APC) Product Team in **Kirkland, WA** .

This is an on-site position.

If you're passionate about making an impact and driving innovation with a forward-thinking company that stays at the forefront of the latest technologies in the aircraft industry—and has been **recognized as one of Washington's Best Places to Work for 16 consecutive years** —please read on!

**Job Summary**

The **Senior Electrical Engineer, Product Support – Power Electronics Systems** will provide engineering support across the design, development, production, and customer support phases of **Aircraft Power Control (APC) power electronics systems** .

This role focuses on applying a strong understanding of electrical circuits and components to prevent and resolve manufacturing and field issues, identify root causes and implement corrective actions, drive design and process improvements, address component obsolescence, and conduct verification testing for design changes.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Technical Support & Troubleshooting**

+ Perform hands-on engineering support for airborne electrical products.
+ Address and resolve manufacturing and field-related issues, ensuring minimal impact to production and customer operations.
+ Evaluate and propose design and process improvements, especially in response to recurring or high-impact issues.

**Product Design & Verification**

+ Assist with the evaluation and resolution of component obsolescence and propose suitable alternatives.
+ Conduct verification testing and analysis related to design changes or performance concerns.
+ Operate standard lab equipment for design validation and electrical circuit testing.

**Preventive Engineering**

+ Proactively identify potential technical risks before product release to production.
+ Support the transition from development to production by evaluating design robustness and manufacturability.

**Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Actions**

+ Lead and contribute to root cause investigations for product failures.
+ Define and implement corrective actions in coordination with cross-functional teams.

**Documentation & Data Review**

+ Review, prepare, and analyze engineering documents, test data, and technical drawings.
+ Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable standards.

**Component Engineering & Alternatives**

+ Coordinate efforts related to the identification and integration of alternate components due to obsolescence or supply chain constraints.
+ Support related qualification and design verification testing.

**Project Participation & Collaboration**

+ Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams in the analysis, development, and qualification of products.
+ Organize and participate in cross-functional design and improvement initiatives.

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from an accredited institution.
+ Strong knowledge of **electronic/electrical circuits** and components, with the ability to analyze schematics and circuit operations.
+ Familiarity with DO-160 and other industry standards.
+ Proficiency in **schematic tools, enterprise tools, and standard simulation software** .
+ Demonstrates **proficiency** (typically five+ years of direct experience with the above responsibilities.

**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 cannabi** s.

**Base salary range is $102,687 - $154,031** **per year.** (Mid-point is $128,359).

**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
See 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 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.

Required Skill Profession

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