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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionApplied Optimization (AO) Job Description Job Title: Electrical Engineer Reports to: Principal Scientist FLSA Status: Full-Time (Exempt) Department: Space Science Position Objective:

• Design, develop, test, and oversee the manufacturing of electrical and electro-optical systems, components, and related control system hardware to ensure they align with project specifications and safety standards. Collaborate with a diverse team of engineers and staff to deliver efficient, reliable, and innovative solutions. Gain interdisciplinary skills by relating electrical engineering foundations with other skillsets including electro-optical design, astronomy, image processing, mechanical engineering, and additive manufacturing.

Essential Functions:

• Create, explain and apply knowledge of electrical system designs and schematics, including power distribution, control systems, and circuit design
• Develop and conduct tests to validate electrical systems and components, analyze test results, and implement improvements as needed
• Assist in the development of electro-optical designs, devices, and control systems
• Assist in modeling and simulation for electro-optical systems and components
• Understand and apply first-principles methods to validate results
• Manage electrical engineering projects from concept through implementation, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and project requirements
• Work closely with other engineers and project managers to integrate electrical systems with optical, mechanical, civil, and other engineering principles
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including specifications, reports, and manuals, to support engineering processes and maintain project records
• Ensure all electrical systems and related components adhere to safety standards, codes, and regulations
• Ensure accuracy and follow documentation procedures for all work; maintain notebook of daily activities and provide weekly report of work
• Exhibit willingness to extend expertise into other scientific disciplines
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related Field
• Experience/proficiency with electrical design software AutoCAD, MATLAB, ETAP
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, circuits, and power distribution
• Ability to relate fundamentals of Electrical Engineering to secondary, interdisciplinary use-cases while working with other subject matter experts
• Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations NEC, IEEE
• Attention to detail and effective time and schedule management skills
• Effective organizing, planning, debugging, and problem-solving skill
• Ability to adapt within a small team to support evolving customer requirements
• Ability to execute instructions and communication in written, oral, and diagram form
• Strong writing, fact-gathering, and analytical skills
• Basic computer and software skills including but not necessarily limited to Microsoft Office products (e.g., Outlook, Word, and Power Point)

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Specialization in Electro-Optics and Photonics, Optical Engineering, or other related field
• Experience/proficiency in additional optical and mechanical design software such as Zemax, SolidWorks, etc.
• College cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.5 or higher

Citizenship/Security Clearance Requirements:

• U.S.
• May be required to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Security Clearance

Office Requirements

• In-office attendance is required; remote work is not offered at this time

About Us: Applied Optimization is a growing organization located in Fairborn, OH. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary that is commensurate with qualifications and a comprehensive benefits package. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , physical or mental , protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Find out more about us at www.appliedo.com. This job description is subject to change.