Job Description
Job DescriptionSr. Electrical HW Design Engineer
Location: Greater Chicago, IL
Experience Level: Senior (7–10+ Years)
Security Requirement: US-Person Required (ITAR/EAR)
Duration: 12 month+ contract assignment
The Opportunity
The Ranger Group is seeking a high-caliber Senior Electrical Engineer to support one of our premier aerospace customers in the Chicago area. This is a critical role within a multidisciplinary project team, focused on the design and development of sophisticated analog and power electronics systems.
If you are a seasoned engineer who thrives on technical precision—from simulating complex circuits in PSPICE to navigating the rigors of EMI/EMC compliance—we want to hear from you. You will be a key contributor to the project’s success, ensuring that high-level customer specifications are transformed into reliable, flight-ready hardware.
Key Responsibilities
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Precision Design: Lead the design of low-signal analog and power electronics, ensuring seamless integration with digital system architectures.
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Requirements Mastery: Utilize DOORS to capture, track, and translate customer specifications into detailed electrical requirements.
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Analytical Rigor: Perform component power consumption and dissipation calculations; use MathCAD for advanced scientific modeling and PSPICE for circuit simulation.
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Schematic Excellence: Execute complex schematic captures using Mentor DxDesigner/Expedition.
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Testing & Validation: Author comprehensive test plans and lead hands-on troubleshooting and validation using standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.).
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EMI/EMC Strategy: Apply industry-standard design principles to ensure electromagnetic interference and compatibility requirements are met.
QualificationsThe Essentials
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Education: Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Electrical Engineering.
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Experience: Minimum 7 years of professional experience (10+ years preferred) in the field of Electrical Engineering, specifically within aerospace or high-reliability industries.
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Compliance: Due to the nature of the aerospace projects, US-Person status is strictly required.
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Tools: High proficiency in Mentor DxDesigner, PSPICE, MathCAD, and DOORS.
The "Aerospace Edge" (Preferred)
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Experience with High-Power Systems: High current (200A+) and high voltage (270V+).
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Knowledge of 3-phase inverters and motor control theory.
Professional & Soft Skills
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Technical Translator: Ability to explain intricate technical concepts clearly to multidisciplinary teams (Mechanical, eCAD, Systems).
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Collaborative Mindset: You will operate as a core member of the project team, requiring proactive communication and a commitment to shared project goals.
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Critical Problem Solver: Strong analytical skills with a proven track record of troubleshooting complex hardware issues.
What the Project Offers
Through our customer partnership, you will be provided with all the necessary resources to excel:
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Training & Standards: Proper training on specific aerospace processes and requirements.
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Seamless Access: Secure login/FTP access to all necessary data and internal documentation.
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Structured Success: Clear methods, templates, and processes provided for every work package.
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Location: Support for a major aerospace hub in the Chicago area; travel is not expected but will be coordinated if necessary.
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