Lead Electrical Engineering, Hardware Design

L3Harris

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Cincinnati, OH
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L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.

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TL;DR · Lead Electrical Engineering, Hardware Design

The Lead, Electrical Engineering - Hardware Design role involves performing analog and digital design for ruggedized electronics specifically for ordnance applications. Working within a team structure, the individual will manage the full product development cycle, including requirements development, circuit tolerance analyses using Spice tools, and generating test plans for qualification and firing properties. Key responsibilities include leading failure investigations using 8D and Fishbone tools, mentoring staff, and acting as a technical interface for customers. Required technical skills include experience with differential amplifiers, op amps, LDOs, filters, data converters, and power conversion concepts like AC/DC and DC/DC. Proficiency in schematic capture and board layout utilities such as Altium or PADS is necessary. The role addresses the technical challenge of designing electronic safety and arming devices for extreme environments.

What you'll do

  • Perform analog and digital design of ruggedized electronics for ordnance applications.
  • Conduct circuit tolerance analyses using hand calculations and Spice tools.
  • Develop, refine, and ensure compliance with technical requirements.
  • Generate test plans and reports for product performance across all development phases.
  • Lead failure investigations using structured tools like 8D and Fishbone analysis.
  • Generate Engineering Orders and Engineering Change Proposals.
  • Provide material and labor estimates for Requests for Proposals.
  • Mentor electrical engineering staff and lead multiple projects simultaneously.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field with 9 years of experience, a graduate degree with 7 years, or 13 years of experience without a degree.
  • 5+ years of experience designing with basic analog building blocks including differential amplifiers, op amps, LDOs, filters, and data converters.
  • 5+ years of experience designing with basic digital building blocks including logic gates, flip flops, timers, and filters.
  • 4+ years of experience with power conversion concepts including AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC, linear, and switching supplies.
  • 5+ years of experience troubleshooting using standard lab equipment like oscilloscopes, function generators, and meters.
  • 4+ years of experience with schematic capture and board layout utilities such as Altium or PADS.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
  • U.S. citizens.

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