Electrical Aircraft Integration Engineer IV at Panasonic in Bothell, WA

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Overview Electrical Aircraft Integration Engineer IV Responsibilities Who We Are: Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity! How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more. If you want to learn more about us visit us at www.panasonic.aero And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to www.panasonic.aero/join-us/ The Position: Responsible for designing and integrating hardware for In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) systems across all phases of aircraft development—from concept through delivery. Responsible for executing design tasks, supporting integration efforts, and collaborating across teams. Represents the company during domestic and international travel to support on-site installations, surveys, and customer engagements. Design & Engineering Develop and lead multiple moderate to complex integration engineering solutions that install IFEC in seats, monuments, and other areas of the cabin, as well as solutions for installing IFEC across other areas of the aircraft including external fuselage and empennage modifications. Lead the translation of customer requirements into integrated engineering solutions across multiple moderate to complex projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams. Conduct moderate to complex technical evaluations and analyses to ensure the feasibility and efficiency of engineering solutions. Lead the identification and resolution of moderate to complex engineering risks across multiple projects. Design and oversee mitigation plans to ensure technical and program success. Lead aircraft survey efforts for moderate to complex programs. Define survey scope, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and ensure collected data supports system-level integration and regulatory compliance. Lead on-site aircraft installations and/or oversee First Article Inspections (FAIs) for moderate to complex programs. Validate system integration against design intent and regulatory standards. Guide cross-functional teams in resolving technical issues on-site. Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure design alignment. Ensure full compliance with industry standards and regulatory frameworks. Lead the application of advanced CAD tools and engineering software across multiple projects. Establish modeling standards and ensure consistency in design deliverables across teams. Support proposal development by defining engineering scope and assumptions. Represent design engineering in strategic stakeholder engagements. Planning & Execution Support Lead Technical Kick Off (TKO) meetings for multiple moderate to complex programs. Establish and communicate the engineering plan that drives successful integration of IFEC systems across aircraft platforms. Coordinate with stakeholders to align technical scope. Lead internal Design Quality Verification (DQV) meetings for moderate to complex programs. Drive cross-functional collaboration to validate design quality, resolve technical discrepancies, and ensure alignment with regulatory and customer expectations. Leads design reviews (ITCM, PDR, CDR) and resloves technical challenges by providing technical leadership throughout the development cycle. Documentation Builds and defines engineering documentation: integration design drawings, specifications, and installation documentation (System Block Diagram, Wiring Diagra