Staff Electrical Design Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Staff Electrical Design Engineer (Aerospace): Leading the development of next-generation flight control and motor control electronics for military aviation platforms with an accent on system architecture, power electronics, and complex circuit design. Focus on technical leadership, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and ensuring compliance with rigorous aerospace standards.

Location: Must be based in or able to relocate to East Aurora, NY or Torrance, CA (Hybrid)

Salary: $145,000–$220,000

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in high-performance motion control systems for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.

What you will do

• Serve as the electronics box architect for flight control computers and motor control systems.
• Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams including mechanical, software, and power electronics specialists.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers, programs, and vendors.
• Design flight control electronics, including high-power motor inverters, gate drives, and feedback circuits.
• Oversee Validation & Verification (V&V) efforts and qualification testing procedures.
• Mentor and coach engineers to promote strong technical rigor and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. person with access to export-controlled information.
• BS in Electrical Engineering (MS preferred).
• 10+ years of circuit card design experience.
• 5+ years of technical team leadership experience.
• Experience in the design, analysis, and development of closed-loop motor drives.
• Familiarity with commercial and military standards such as RTCA/DO-160, MIL-STD-461, and RTCA/DO-254.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive financial rewards including annual profit sharing and 401k matching.
• Flexible paid time off and parental leave programs.
• Full health and welfare insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
• Professional development through tuition assistance and leadership coaching.
• Inclusive culture with active Employee Resource Groups.
• Relocation assistance provided for eligible candidates.