LEAD ENGINEER - PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - Power Supply Circuit Designer/Analog Design
Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, TX
Who We Are:
Join Our Team! The Tactical Aerospace Department is a premier supplier for aerospace quality technology insertion on new and legacy DoD systems. This includes avionics, ground systems, and cutting edge third generation AI/ML. SwRI's Tactical Aerospace supports U.S. and friendly foreign governments through air and ground Aerospace systems.
Objectives of this Role:
- Provide engineering oversight for complex embedded system designs.
- Perform Electrical Power Supply and Analog design, development and test activities.
- Provide subject matter expertise in power supply and analog circuit design.
- Develop schematics, PCBA bring up, test, and troubleshoot for embedded systems.
- Support digital circuit designs and integration of firmware and software.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Lead hardware designs to ensure all hardware/system requirements are met.
- Serves as analog and power supply circuit SME. Verifies all architectural requirements are satisfied.
- Leads/mentors junior engineering staff in the development of hardware/analog designs that satisfy approved architecture for system.
- Leads Junior Engineering staff in the development and testing of embedded avionics hardware on MIL-SPEC flight-worthy hardware.
- Travel to customer sites to support final integration testing in customer System Integration Labs and/or Fielded System/Aircraft.
Requirements:
- Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering. Masters degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
- 8 years: Embedded hardware design and test of avionics grade power supplies and analog circuits.
- Leading hardware design and development teams for embedded systems.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.
About the Company
Southwest Research Institute
We are R&D problem solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients. Our multidisciplinary nature allows us to rapidly assemble diverse teams to tackle problems from multiple directions. We push the boundaries of science and technology to develop innovative solutions that advance the state of the art and improve human health and safety. Operating as a nonprofit since our 1947 inception, we work in the public’s best interest and toward the betterment of mankind. At SwRI, we tirelessly pursue innovation and excellence in science and technology for the betterment of humankind. We support work on nearly 4,000 client projects at any given time through a wide range of technical competencies with 2,574 staff members in nine technical divisions. Client services include, but are not limited to, Automotive and Transportation, Biomedical & Health, Chemistry & Materials, Computers and Electronics, Defense & Security, Earth & Space, Energy & Environment, and Manufacturing & Construction.
TECHNICAL DIVISIONS
- Applied Physics-Developing advanced electronic and microelectronic devices, power supplies, voice and data communication systems, robot test services, and payloads
- Applied Power-Using physical science research and applied engineering to produce sensors, instruments, and hardware used worldwide.
- Center for Nuclear Waste Regulatory Analyses-Resolving technical and regulatory issues related to a potential geologic repository for spent nuclear fule and high-level radioactive waste.
- Chemistry and Chemical Engineering-Performing research and technical services using chemistry and chemical engineering technology.
- Defense and & Intelligence Solutions-Providing advanced direction finding and tracking systems through geolocation system development.
- Fuels and Lubricants Research-Performing fuels and lubricants research activities to meet regulatory and competitive goals.
- Intelligent Systems-Providing engineering services in resaerch and development of complex systems and equipment.
- Mechanical Engineering-Improving safety, reliability, efficiency and life of new or existing mechanical components or systems.
- Powertrain Engineering-Designing and developing vehicle and engine components to achieve performance and emissions goals.
- Space Science & Engineering-Developing and managing advanced scientific payloads aboard satellites and sounding rockets.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Innovation in science and technology has been a hallmark of Southwest Research Institute since its earliest days. It's no exaggeration to say we are committed to advancing science and applying technology to benefit government, industry, and all humankind. That is our mission. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach allows us to successfully solve clients' most challenging problems. Today, we are a leader among independent, nonprofit research and development organizations. Our staff of 2,574 scientists, engineers, analysts, and support staff members continues to accomplish outstanding fundamental and applied engineering and research for clients from diverse segments of government and industry. Adam L. Hamilton, P.E, President and CEO