Electrical Engineer III

Crane Aerospace and Electronics

 has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer III

at our 

Lynnwood, WA 

location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics

 supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Advanced Air Mobility demonstrators. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics! 

Job Summary:

The

 Electrical

Engineer

III

is a

n experienced

contributor who works highly independently and uses

established procedures to perform assigned tasks by working cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Suppliers and Customers. Provide engineering

design and analysis

services for

DC/DC power converters and filters for space and Hi-rel

iability

applications

. 

R

esponsibility for technical proposals,

requirements management,

detailed architecture of topology and control,

detailed circuit design and analyses (including familiarity with

part selection and design

concepts associated with radiation hardened / tolerant

circuitry

),

p

roduct performance

, customer presentations, schedule, and cost requirements. Will have expert knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures of assigned product or program. May lead a team of engineers on assigned projects.

Essential Functions:

• M

  odel and simulate circuit or system performance

  of dc-dc power converters and filters

  using analytical tools

• Detailed design and analysis of discrete implementation of power converter control circuitry that is resistant to performance degra

  dation due to radiation effects

• Filte

  r modeling, analysis and design

   

• System integration, test and development of

  DC power conversion hardware for spac

  eflight and Hi-Rel applications

   

• In

  vestigate

  and

  evaluate new

  power topologies and control

  for spaceflight applications

• Work with interdisciplinary teams to

  ensure

  that the designs meet the customers

  ’

  electrical, environmental as well as internal manufacturing requirements and standards 

• Support inte

  rnal concurrent design criteria

   

• F

  unction as

  the

  technical interface for customers and attend technical meetings as required

  .  Support

  specification development with customer

  s

• Translate

  market

  specification

  s

  into design requirements.

  G

  enerate design documentation required for prototype and/or production releases as

  required

• Document new designs per established guidelines including but not limited to simulations, test circuit measurements and tolerance analys

  e

  s

• Provide appropriate input to the development of test pr

  ocedures, fixtures and software

• Respond to

  market trends and requirements

  for pro

  duct development specifications

• Any other task assigned by your supervisor or management 

Eligibility Requirement:

 This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience

  :

  5

  + years of experience

  with microelectronic dc-dc

  power conversion

  and control system

  design

  , including knowledge of radiation effects on components and circuits.

  Experience with high reliability hardwaredesignfrom conceptual design through

  product

  delivery

  .

  Experience with

  analog

  modeling tools (

  I.e.,

  Symetrix, Simplis

  ,

  Ansys

  Maxwell, Mathcad

  or

  equivalent software

• Knowledge

  : Knowledge of complex

  dc-dc

  power topolog

  ies and control circuitries;

  D

  iscrete analog

  circuit design

  ;

  D

  etailed knowledge of

  power

  electronics

  technology

  ,

  including

  temperature compensating analog circuits

  ,

  radiation tolerant components and circuitry,

  reference

  compensators, magnetic design, and plan

  a

  r magnetics

• Skill

  : Excellent documentation, organization and time management skills

  .

  Ability to write procedures, reports, and acceptance test

  s.

  Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects through complete

  development

  cycle

  .

  Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in team environmentand mentor others

  . 

• E

  ducation/Certification

  : BS degree in Electrical Engineering

  .  Master's or PhD preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Standard office environment 

• Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail 

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment

• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE 

• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes 

Standing:

10% *

percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task 

Sitting:

90% *

percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task 

Lifting (in pounds):

up to 10 pounds 

Pushing (in pounds):

up to 10 pounds 

Mental/Visual:

use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets 

Workspace (line, cube, etc):

cubicle/desk 

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: 

  Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

• Time Off: 

  15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

• 401k Retirement Plan: 

  401k plan with company match

• Education Reimbursement: 

  eligible after 6 months of employment

​

You can see a list of our benefits at 

https://www.craneae.com/company/careers

 or visit our website at 

www.CraneAE.com

 for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.  We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.  FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

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Salary range: $137,036.35 - 161,548.00.

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. 

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.