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Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on X.

Job Description

Elbit is currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Merrimack, NH. This position will research, plan, design, develop, analyze and test a variety of electronic equipment and systems, including displays, sensors, processors, interface units and other electronic devices; circuitry components; analog and digital computers; and control and test equipment. We’re a small team handling a wide range of tasks, so you’ll be seeing a variety of different challenges in your typical work. The successful candidate will have the ability to function and effectively communicate in a dynamic integrated product team environment, supporting a variety of different programs.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience in the industry (defense/government contractor experience preferred but not required).

  • Experience with one of the following: Mentor Graphics, Cadence, and/or Altium 
  • Ability to travel 10% 
  • Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance 
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen

Required experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • High speed digital design – FPGA and Microprocessors 
  • Small low power electronics used in battery powered equipment.
  • Understanding of principles of power management and low voltage power distribution
    • Experience in working with limited size, power and weight optimization based on requested capabilities and power consumption requirements
  • Analog/mixed signal design

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
  • Experience with one or more SI/PI PCB analysis tools such as:
    • Mentor Graphics and PC layout tools for the Expedition workflow.
  • LT SPICE experience
  • Experience in digital interfaces (I2C, USB, MIPI, SPI, DisplayPort), visible light and IR cameras and sensors, and other electro-optical devices strongly desired.
  • Experience with DoD/MIL specifications, standards, and processes. 

Responsibilities & Tasks

  • Responsible for carrying out specific project responsibilities as part of larger program objectives involved in the design and development of products, equipment, or processes.  May design, lay out items.  Consults with higher level engineering personnel to resolve more complex design alternatives. Utilize electronic design tools such as schematic capture. Review and implement design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for test (DFT) objectives
  • Develop specifications, schematics, assembly drawings, bill of materials, against which designs can be produced. Prepares sub-system performance specifications.
  • Evaluate and selects optimum design alternatives.
  • Determine design feasibility and assures that product designs are competitive.
  • Provide direction to others who determine appropriate materials and processes for specific component applications.
  • Lead or conduct experiments to evaluate operating characteristics of products or processes. execute test and troubleshooting activity.
  • Evaluate engineering prototypes and translate experimental results into design criteria.
  • Conduct computer simulations to analyze, test or design products.
  • Develop task inputs to engineering project plans and maintains liaison with other departments of the organization.
  • Respond to customer engineering queries and advises others on engineering information relevant to the organization's product capabilities.
  • Provide technical presentation support and consultation to marketing.
  • Represent engineering unit in customer or field force contacts, troubleshoots customer application problems.
  • Utilize project planning and monitoring methods to ensure timely completion. Assume responsibility for successful completion (Schedule, Performance, Cost) of systems and sub-systems.
  • Perform preliminary engineering necessary to confirm plans and programs.
  • Assist in assuring the technical soundness of engineering programs.
  • Support the manufacturing process in resolving design problems.
  • Collaborate with purchasing in obtaining quotations or bids and recommends selection of vendors.
  • Prepare engineering specifications for major purchases.
  • Prepare reports of field tests, start‑ups or installations as required and writes technical instructions. On a project or on-going basis, supervise the work of other engineering personnel. 
  • Contribute to process improvements.
  • Develop total cost of ownership models for a complete system, based upon predicted reliability, operational usage and environmental factors.
  • Recommend to Management to selection of appropriate and cost-efficient vendors.
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of packaging techniques to meet quality, function and cost standards.

    Qualifications

    Required Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience in the industry (defense/government contractor experience preferred but not required).

    • Experience with one of the following: Mentor Graphics, Cadence, and/or Altium 
    • Ability to travel 10% 
    • Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance 
    • Must be a U.S. Citizen

    Required experience in one or more of the following areas:

    • High speed digital design – FPGA and Microprocessors 
    • Small low power electronics used in battery powered equipment.
    • Understanding of principles of power management and low voltage power distribution
      • Experience in working with limited size, power and weight optimization based on requested capabilities and power consumption requirements
    • Analog/mixed signal design

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Master's Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
    • Experience with one or more SI/PI PCB analysis tools such as:
      • Mentor Graphics and PC layout tools for the Expedition workflow.
    • LT SPICE experience
    • Experience in digital interfaces (I2C, USB, MIPI, SPI, DisplayPort), visible light and IR cameras and sensors, and other electro-optical devices strongly desired.
    • Experience with DoD/MIL specifications, standards, and processes

        Additional Information

        Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

        • Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
        • Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
        • Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
        • Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
        • Flexible Vacation & PTO
        • Paid Parental Leave
        • Generous Employee Referral Program
        • Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
        • Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

        It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

        EEO STATEMENT:

        Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

        ACCESSIBILITY:

        Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].

         

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        What You Should Know About Senior Electrical Engineer - REF2538Q, Elbit Systems of America

        Elbit Systems of America is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Merrimack, NH! If you’re passionate about technology and love to tackle diverse challenges, this role is perfect for you. In this position, you will dive into research, planning, designing, developing, analyzing, and testing a variety of electronic equipment and systems, including cutting-edge displays, sensors, processors, and circuitry components. Your creativity and expertise will shine as you engage in high-speed digital design, focusing on FPGA and microprocessors, and help optimize low-power electronics. You will be part of an integrated product team, so excellent communication and collaboration skills are key to supporting multiple exciting programs. A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering is required, along with five years of relevant experience; defense contractor experience is a plus! You’ll also need working knowledge of tools like Mentor Graphics, Cadence, or Altium, and the ability to secure a Secret Clearance. With opportunities for innovation and project ownership, Elbit Systems of America promises a rewarding environment where you can grow your skills and contribute to meaningful solutions for national security and commercial applications. We offer competitive compensation, a flexible vacation policy, and a supportive work culture. Join us and take the next step in your engineering career!

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        To qualify for the Senior Electrical Engineer role at Elbit Systems of America, you need a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering and at least five years of relevant industry experience. Experience with tools like Mentor Graphics, Cadence, or Altium is essential, along with a solid understanding of digital design and low-power electronics. A Master’s Degree and experience in a defense-related environment are preferred but not mandatory.

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