Electrical Installation Engineer Contract

Design and develop electrical installation solutions for aircraft interiors, including wire routing, harness assemblies, and equipment installations. Ensure all designs meet fit, form, and function requirements while complying with customer specifications, quality standards, FAA regulations, project schedules, and budget objectives. Utilize CAD tools to support aircraft modification and certification programs.

• Develop electrical installation designs for aircraft interiors, including wire routing, harness assemblies, and electrical equipment integration.
• Create drawing packages supporting aircraft modification and Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) programs.
• Select materials and components based on electrical performance requirements, environmental considerations, and material specifications.
• Evaluate design trade-offs involving materials, composites, coatings, and installation methods to achieve program objectives.
• Coordinate with suppliers and support material testing activities as needed.
• Ensure all electrical designs comply with customer requirements, quality standards, and FAA regulations.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly documentation, and fabrication specifications.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing and installation teams to resolve production and build issues.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Stress, Manufacturing, and Certification Engineering teams throughout the design process.
• Support project schedules and cost objectives while maintaining high-quality design standards.
• Provide design guidance and technical support to other engineering personnel.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Adaptability in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Dependability and accountability.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative.
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

• Sound engineering judgment and decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies and processes.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in electrical design, aircraft systems integration, or aerospace engineering.
• Aviation, aerospace, aircraft modification, or aircraft interior experience preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable export control regulations (ITAR).

• Strong CAD design and drafting experience using AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar tools.
• 3D design and modeling experience preferred.
• Ability to create and review electrical engineering drawings for fit, form, and function.
• Strong understanding of industry drafting, documentation, and electrical design standards.

• Experience developing:

  • Electrical installation drawings
  • Wire routing packages
  • Harness assemblies
  • Equipment installation drawings
  • Electrical integration packages

• Ability to interpret:

  • Wiring diagrams
  • Electrical schematics
  • System block diagrams
  • Electrical architectures and topologies

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional engineering teams.
• Experience supporting projects with aggressive schedules and budget requirements.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Flexibility to support occasional work outside normal business hours.

• Aerospace or aviation industry experience.
• Aircraft interiors or modification experience.
• FAA-certified aircraft programs.
• STC development and certification support.
• Hands-on experience supporting aircraft production, installation, testing, and certification activities.

Contractor Hourly Rate depending on experience, education, location, and overall qualifications.