Sr Electrical Engineer at Sierra Nevada in Lone Tree, CO
- Company: Sierra Nevada
- Location: Lone Tree, CO
- Salary: $131K – $180K
- Job type: full time
- Workplace: hybrid
- Posted: 2026-10-30
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Job description
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here . Are you ready to unleash your technical creativity? Dream, Innovate, Inspire and Empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination! As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be a technical leader in the design, development, and testing of electrical/electronic systems for highly complex aerospace and defense applications. You will drive innovation, provide technical direction, and ensure the successful delivery of high-performance products. Responsibilities: Lead and execute the design and development of the System Integration Lab for testing of electrical/electronic systems. Lead and provide technical guidance for small team of electrical engineers Plan and execute day-to-day technical tasking for construction of the System Integration Lab Oversee comprehensive testing and validation of electronic systems and components. Perform troubleshooting and debugging of electrical systems and electrical/electronic circuits. Develop, document, and review high-level technical designs, test plans, and results. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success. Lead design reviews and provide strategic technical insights. Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, promoting technical growth. Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement of engineering processes. Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related role. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. Dynamic, technical contributor with extensive experience in aircraft electrical/electronic systems and equipment. Proven ability to bring clarity to complex technical situations Demonstrated skill with technical task planning and evaluating resource effort Capable communicator that is comfortable engaging with technical, programmatic, and customer audiences with ability to express concepts to multiple levels of engineering and management. Experience interpreting and working with electrical/electronic drawings (schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, etc.) Problem solver with ability to work independently and provide guidance to a small team. Highly organized, detail-focused, and proactive in addressing technical and programmatic challenges. Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required. Qualifications We Prefer: Strong understanding of aerospace and defense industry standards and practices. Experience setting up and working in an electrical lab environment. Experience with Computer-Aided
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