{"id":3481239,"url":"https://alion.io/job/astronics-principal-staff-electrical-engineer","title":"Principal Staff Electrical Engineer","company":{"id":2052379,"name":"Astronics","domain":"astronics.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/astronics-com","size_band":"201-500","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Greenhouse","truth_index":null},"role":"Hardware","role_family":"Hardware","seniority":"lead","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Lake Zurich, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":120000,"max":null,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":120000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":20,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":true,"technologies":[{"name":"Altium Designer","optional":false},{"name":"AS9100","optional":false},{"name":"Bash","optional":false},{"name":"C++","optional":false},{"name":"DO-160","optional":false},{"name":"Linux","optional":false},{"name":"Python","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-28T18:30:03Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-19","last_verified_at":"2026-11-03T20:54:40Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":36,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":36},"description":"Join the Astronics team as a Principal Staff Electrical Engineer! \nJob Summary:\nExperienced developer with proven ability to design for passing EMI/EMC tests and to troubleshoot and diagnosis EMC/EMI qualification testing issues. Development of electrical system architectures, including PCBA level design, BOM management, de-bugging, etc. Also serves as a mentor to the electrical engineers and interns as well as providing direction to the UKR team where needed.\nLocal 100% onsite position primarily in Lake Zurich, IL. May require occasional travel, < 25% of time, to laboratories in the Chicago region.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nComplete PCBA level design including BOM management, revision control, configuration management, hardware bring-up/debug, and issue tracking.\nDesign of multilayer PCBs that include the following functions: 1. High-speed communication supporting up to10Gbps speeds, 2. Wireless modules or discrete design for 802.11 b/g/n/ac, BTLE, RFID/NFC, and LTE, 3. Microcontroller/Microprocessor circuits, 4. Power management including budgeting, analysis and characterization as it relates to current draw and thermal characteristics, 5. Serial/Peripheral interfaces.\nProduct verification/testing including final analysis and development of tests, reports, and programming scripts.\nDevelop electrical system architectures.\nUse of and selection of test equipment-oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, meters, supplies, etc.\nProvide direction to Engineering Technician and on occasion direct support of PCBA assembly, rework, and changes using soldering irons, heat guns, hot plates, etc.\nMentor interns and engineers.\nProvide direction to Ukraine engineers and CAD specialists.\nDevelop and review the creation and evolution of the electrical engineering design process.\nSupport the transfer of design files into the manufacturing process.\nSupport regulatory compliance testing.\nBecome Subject Matter Expert for the manufacturing team on all electrical engineering designs.\nLead all level complexity programs including multiple programs concurrently.\nSubject Matter Expert in all level of complexity programs for technical design reviews.\nProject management/engineering on cross-functional programs.\nWorking knowledge and awareness of ISO/9001/14000/13485 and AS9100 processes.\nSupport ISO and internal audits of electrical engineering processes.\nOther duties & functions assigned to this position as necessary\nEducation and/or Experience Requirements:\nBS in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering from an accredited university program with a minimum of 20 years’ experience.\nECAD experience for schematic capture and layout, preferably Altium Designer.\nExperience designing for EMI, lighting, pin-injection and other qualification test following DO-160, Boeing, and Airbus standards.\nExperience generating qualification test procedures and setup diagrams for EMC qualification testing.\nExperience reviewing board level design and system level design for appropriate grounding techniques and implementation of design techniques to pass EMC qualification tests.\nExperience troubleshooting and resolving failed EMI/EMC tests, including creating documentation and deviation requests.\nBoard-level and system-level experience implementing RF design principles on RF and/or high-speed digital signals.\nSoftware experience in languages or environments such as C/C++, Python, Linux, Bash, Arduino and Raspberry Pi to assist with troubleshooting and engineering evaluation activities\nTeam player and methodical self-starter able to complete projects in a timely manner.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills\nCompetencies:\nProblem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions.\nAnalytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; parse large amounts of data and distinguish the pieces with a large impact; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures; employs logic when solving problems.\nTechnical Skills - Strives for continuous expansion of knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others; builds knowledge base from research and experience.\nInterpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; takes responsibility and ownership for mistakes.\nOral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.\nTeamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit.\nEthics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works in an ethical manner and with integrity; upholds organizational values.\nOrganizational Support - Disciplined in thought and action; follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.\nPlanning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; sets goals and objectives; strives to increase productivity.\nProfessionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.\nQuality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.\nSafety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions.\nAdaptability - Manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.\nAttendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; communicates conflicting work/personal needs in a timely manner.\nDependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; follows up on assigned tasks; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.\nCompensation:\nBase salary: $120,000 through $150,000, influenced by several factors including experience, skill set, education, certifications, market conditions, and business needs.\nThe salary range specified is applicable to positions within the State of Illinois and reflects various factors considered in compensation decisions. These factors include, but are not limited to, individual skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and the specific needs of our business and organization. At Astronics CSC, it is uncommon for new hires to receive an offer at or near the top end of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are made based on the unique facts and circumstances of each candidate.\nAll employees are eligible for our highly competitive Quarterly Profit-Sharing Incentive program.\nAn offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test.\nThis position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.\nWhy You’ll Love Working Here:\nStay Healthy - Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity.\nRewards That Matter: Competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses tied to company profitability, a 401(k) with a 3% company contribution with additional annual discretionary contribution, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan to secure your financial future.\nFind Balance - Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Program\nTime for You - Generous Paid Time Off (PTOS), Volunteer Time Off Program (VTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave.\nProfessional Growth - Tuition Reimbursement Program\nAstronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. 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