ELECTRICAL ENGINEER I

About LSI

LSI is an employee-owned company that employs dynamic teams of professionals – people with the finest technical expertise, a level of passionate creativity, and a truly visionary outlook who deliver innovative training solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations. Everyone at LSI has a personal stake in our success.  LSI has over 300 training support experts, engineers, and craftsmen on staff who develop state-of-the-art high-fidelity training devices, complex computer-based, highly interactive distributed learning products, and comprehensive, dynamic technical publications. LSI employee-owners collaborate to deliver training products and services for a myriad of programs and customers, using leading-edge technology and proven processes.

Mission
Our mission is to prepare our military and allies to be battle-ready through cutting-edge training products and services.

Vision
Our vision is to be the premier provider of military training solutions, renowned for our innovation and excellence. Through employee-ownership and teamwork, we will shape a future where every military service member is equipped to succeed in their mission.

Guiding Principles

ESOP Sustainability: We do everything within our control to meet project budgets and schedules, so our ESOP prospers.

Take Ownership: Each Employee-Owner takes ownership at the individual level for their words, actions, and results. Individual ownership breeds accountability. Accountability breeds trust.  When we hold ourselves accountable and trust our fellow employee-owners to do the same, we realize success.
 
Clear Communication: We project confidence in our communication using unambiguous language and providing clear purpose and direction.

Pursuit of Excellence: We aggressively pursue continuous improvement both as teams and individual employee-owners. We strive to get better every day. There is no room for mediocrity.

Pride in Our Work: We know the value of our work and are proud of what we produce.

Customer Focus: Customers are both internal and external and we strive to give both our best efforts.

Assume Positive Intent: Assume others are well-intentioned in their actions and seek additional information about the circumstances to help solve problems. Assuming positive intent in all interactions is the key to building strong teams and working together to solve problems.

One Voice: Every Employee-Owner is expected to speak up if they have an idea for improvement or if they disagree with a potential course of action. Once a decision is made, the entire team commits to it and moves forward with one voice.
 

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General Summary

The Electrical Engineer I is an entry-level position at LSI that is responsible for designing and developing electrical systems and components under the supervision of mid and senior level engineers. This role applies engineering principles to achieve cost-effective and functional designs, conducts research to support innovation, and assists in troubleshooting and testing activities.

Essential Job Functions

•    Designs and develops electrical systems and components for assigned projects.
•    Prepares electrical drawings and delegates drafting tasks to drafters.
•    Develops specifications for materials and equipment purchases.
•    Communicates with vendors and manufacturers to source components.
•    Conducts component testing and validation, including competitive analysis.
•    Inspects and tests vendor-supplied and competitive components.
•    Assists in troubleshooting issues on training devices with guidance from mid- and senior-level engineers or technicians.
•    Performs limited software design and coding for Arduinos and PLCs as needed.
•    May be asked to layout/design Printed Circuit Board (PCB) parts.
•    Must be capable of safely handling government-furnished equipment and materials.
•    Must be available to work a standard weekly schedule with overtime as required.
•    Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

•    None
 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•    Solid understanding of electrical theory and engineering techniques.
•    Ability to read and interpret schematics.
•    Familiarity with lab tools (multimeter, power supplies, etc.).
•    Familiarity with engineering standards (ASME, IEEE, NEC, IEC, etc.).
•    Good computer skills with Microsoft Office applications.
•    Working knowledge of military connectors, terminals, wiring, and circuit protection a plus.
•    Working knowledge of both AC (single and three phase, 60-400Hz) and DC electrical systems a plus.
•    Working knowledge of serial communication protocols (RS232, RS482, RS422, ARINC-429, etc.) a plus.
•    Working knowledge of video (VGA, DVI, DP, HDMI) and communication (USB, Serial, Ethernet) connectivity a plus.
•    Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies.
•    Experience in reverse-engineering a plus.
•    Must be able to travel.
•    Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and in writing.
•    Must be able to obtain a security clearance when required by the contract.

Education and Experience

•    Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited school, Electrical Engineering is strongly preferred.
•    Some experience with CAD tools; AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks Electrical experience is preferred.