Electrical Design Engineer I

About the Role

This is an entry-level role supporting the design, development, and documentation of Bowmar's commercial and military aerospace electronic products. The position focuses on learning Bowmar engineering processes, contributing to new product development, and supporting sustaining engineering activities under the guidance of more experienced engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electronic components, PCB assemblies, and electro‑mechanical systems for aerospace applications.
• Support PCB layout activities under supervision using approved design tools.
• Review and interpret customer specifications and assist in preparing basic engineering documentation.
• Perform preliminary engineering calculations, simple analyses, and component selection.
• Support testing and troubleshooting of electrical assemblies to verify performance and compliance.
• Assist with the development of work instructions, procedures, and engineering change documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and learn Bowmar’s Lean Product Development methods.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts aimed at enhancing quality and reducing waste.
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Exposure to CAD/PCB tools such as Altium Designer or AutoCAD (coursework acceptable).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field, with 0–5 years of experience in electronics design (internships/co‑ops acceptable); or 5+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits and PCB design fundamentals.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Requires close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, along with depth perception and focus adjustment. Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. Work is performed in an air‑conditioned environment with consistently low noise levels.