Senior Electrical Engineer

About Heads Up Technologies

At Heads Up Technologies, we’re redefining what’s possible in the air. Since our beginnings in a Dallas hangar in 1985, we’ve grown into a global leader in aviation technology driven by innovation, precision, and a relentless pursuit of better in-flight experiences. From pioneering digital audio and lighting systems to uniting with STG Aerospace and ALTO Aviation under one brand, we continue to lead the way in cabin systems integration for business and commercial aircraft. Join us as we shape the future of aviation where lighting, entertainment, safety, and audio come together to elevate every journey.

Our Company

We are a team of engineers, innovators, creators, and problem solvers who are passionate about building smarter solutions for the aviation industry.

Through the combined strengths of our specialized brands and capabilities, Heads Up Technologies brings together deep technical expertise, modern design thinking, and a collaborative approach to support customers across every stage of the product lifecycle.

Our Culture

At Heads Up Technologies, our culture is grounded in shared values that guide how we work and grow.

Integrity

We act with honesty, accountability, and respect in everything we do.

Teamwork

We collaborate across teams and disciplines to achieve the best outcomes.

Excellence

We are committed to delivering high-quality work and continuously improving.

Expertise

We leverage our knowledge and experience to solve complex challenges

Our Mission

To elevate the aviation experience by delivering intelligent, integrated solutions powered by exceptional people.

Why work with us?

Joining Heads Up Technologies means being part of a team that is shaping the future of aviation.

We offer an environment where employees are empowered to contribute, grow their careers, and make a direct impact on innovative products used across the globe. Whether you are developing technology or supporting business operations, your work here matters.

Benefits and Perks

At Heads Up Technologies, we are committed to supporting the health, well being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees have access to a competitive benefits package designed to support life at work and beyond.

Benefits may include:

• Medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield (Company Paid)
• Dental and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account option with company contribution, if eligible
• Company paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid Long Term Disability coverage
• Voluntary Short Term Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness insurance
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Support resources
• Virtual care access
• Benefit Resource Center support
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Benefit eligibility and coverage are based on employment status, plan documents, and company policy. Official plan documents govern all benefits.

About the role

This is a full-time position in our design engineering team, responsible for the electrical design and development of both prototype and production units across the entire product portfolio-from concept and detailed design through manufacturing release and support of Heads Up Technologies, Inc. products and systems.

You’ll be a hands-on designer who can also provide technical leadership on complex projects, collaborating closely with mechanical, software, and FPGA engineering teams.

Key Details

• Work Days and Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Flexibility to set schedule.
• Location: This is a full-time onsite position located in Addison, TX.
• Work Eligibility: Must be a United States citizen.

What you'll do

• Own detailed electrical design work including analog & digital design.
• Perform schematic capture, PCB layout, and ensure robust, manufacturable designs
• Plan and execute design verification and validation activities, including board bring-up, troubleshooting and performance characterization.
• Responsible for performing highly accelerated life testing (HALT), environmental qualification testing (DO-160G), etc.
• Produce, maintain, and review technical documentation including HALT summaries, test procedures, qualification test reports, product drawings, etc.
• Take an electrical lead on specific projects following department processes and standards and ensure that designs meet internal, customer, and functional requirements including schedule commitments.
• Work closely with mechanical, software, and FPGA engineers to create integrated, multidisciplinary solutions.
• Conceive, research, and implement engineering design changes yielding improvements in manufacturability and robustness in coordination with sustaining engineering team.
• Explore and evaluate new technologies, standards, tools, and devices for potential use of and integration into future products.
• Ability to guide, mentor, and support the development of junior engineers, fostering technical growth and team expertise.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent.
• Eight (8) or more years of electrical design experience.
• Strong background in analog and digital circuit design, including microcontrollers, processors, and/or DSP-based designs.
• Symbol/Footprint Design, Schematic Capture, & PCB Layout: Experience with OrCAD Capture/Allegro PCB Designer or similar toolset (will be required to use OrCAD/Allegro).
• Experience with network/Ethernet designs and common communication interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, etc.).
• Experience with hardware diagnostic tools including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, function generators, etc.
• Ability to research, understand, & apply functional & technical specifications, datasheets, hardware manuals, etc. to electrical designs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with embedded software design (C, assembly, etc.).
• Experience with circuit simulation and analysis (LTspice, PSpice, etc.).
• Experience with RTCA DO-160G environmental and electrical qualification or similar aerospace standards.
• FPGA/ASIC design experience (will be required to use Xilinx FPGAs & toolset).