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

Heads Up Technologies is a leading manufacturer of high precision aviation products and innovative solutions for the aerospace industry. We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support the design and development of prototype and production units across the Innovative Advantage product portfolio. This hands on role spans concept development, detailed electrical design, manufacturing release, and product support while providing technical leadership on complex multidisciplinary projects.

Key Details

Work Days and Hours: Full time, onsite position.

Location: Kirkland, Washington.

Department: Electrical Engineering.

Reports To: Electrical Engineering Lead.

Position Type: Full time.

Work Eligibility: Must be a U.S. Citizen.

What you'll do

Design and Implementation

· Own detailed electrical design activities, including analog and digital circuit design.

· Perform schematic capture to produce robust, reliable, and manufacturable designs.

· Plan and execute design verification and validation activities, including board bring up, troubleshooting, and performance characterization.

· Create, maintain, and review technical documentation throughout the design lifecycle.

· Serve as the electrical lead for assigned projects, following department processes and standards while ensuring designs meet internal, customer, functional, quality, and schedule requirements.

· Collaborate closely with mechanical, software, and FPGA engineers to develop integrated, multidisciplinary solutions.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

· Identify, research, and implement engineering design improvements that enhance manufacturability, reliability, and robustness in collaboration with the sustaining engineering team.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 10 years of electrical design experience.

Preferred Qualifications

· Strong background in analog and digital circuit design, including microcontrollers, processors, and DSP based systems.

· Experience with Altium or a similar PCB design toolset. Proficiency with Altium is required.

· Experience with Ethernet and networking hardware and common communication interfaces, including SPI, I2C, UART, and similar protocols.

· Proficiency with hardware diagnostic and test equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, function generators, and related tools.

· Ability to research, interpret, and apply functional and technical specifications, datasheets, hardware manuals, and other technical documentation to electrical designs.