Avionics Engineer 2

1w1 week ago

Cirrus Aircraft

Duluth, US · Full-time · $82,936 – $124,404

About this role

Responsible for the research, integration, testing, certification, and follow-on support of avionics and electrical components and software for general aviation aircraft. This role works closely with equipment manufacturers, systems engineers, and test pilots to establish and refine cross-system requirements. The focus is on delivering a high-quality end user experience with a safe, robust, and intuitive system design.

Day-to-day duties include integration and testing of avionics systems, requirements development and traceability, and research for potential solutions to design objectives. Engineers handle detail design, installation, test case development, execution, and troubleshooting on bench and aircraft. Coordination ensures seamless design development and system integration within Cirrus and with subcontractors.

Collaboration occurs across cross-functional teams, including equipment manufacturers and internal test pilots, to meet FAR Part 23 certification requirements. High-quality reports and test plans support certification efforts. Engineering documentation maintains type design data for multiple aircraft per company procedures.

Opportunities involve generating documentation for certification and ongoing support, fostering competencies like Drives Results, Resourcefulness, and Tech Savvy. The role supports professional growth in avionics for general aviation. Tuition reimbursement and career development enhance long-term opportunities at Cirrus.

Requirements

2-6 years’ experience with general aviation avionics development/integration
Pilot experience desirable
Prior experience with integrated avionics systems (e.g. G1000, G3000, etc.)
Avionics systems, software and hardware development processes (e.g. ARP-4754/DO-178/DO-254)
Requirements traceability (DOORS, JAMA, etc.)
Equipment environmental qualification (e.g. DO-160)
Use of lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio)

Responsibilities

Integrate and test avionics and electrical systems and equipment
Develop and trace requirements
Research and identify potential solutions to design objectives
Perform detail design and installation
Develop, execute, and troubleshoot test cases on bench and aircraft
Coordinate design development and system integration within Cirrus and with subcontractors
Generate high quality reports and test plans for FAR Part 23 certification requirements
Generate engineering documentation in accordance with company procedures for multiple aircraft

Benefits

401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals
Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year
Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities