CareerPlan

Lead Electrical Sustaining Engineer - Aerospace

Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 49512Full-time$97k–$143k2026-10-20 → 2026-11-12
On-siteNo visa sponsorshipCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Lead momentum product improvement initiatives and support manufacturing improvement projects for aerospace electro-mechanical actuators and system hardware.

Role type

Lead Electrical Sustaining Engineer (Aerospace)

Builds

Reliability and quality improvements for motor controllers, DC motors, electrical circuit boards, and electromechanical actuators.

Domain

Aerospace / Electro-mechanical systems

Required skills

Electrical engineering analysis, hardware troubleshooting, component obsolescence management, test plan development, engineering report writing, product design modification, supplier coordination, FRACAS system support

Preferred skills

Aerospace industry experience, momentum-based product experience, electrical schematic review, circuit validation, supplier activity knowledge

Technologies

Motor controllers, DC motors, electromechanical actuators, electrical circuit boards

Responsibilities

Drive momentum product improvements through engineering analysis, redesign and testing; Sustain product viability through proactive evaluation and redesign of hardware with obsolete components; Develop test plans, specifications and general test procedures for requalification activities; Support PRO Launch for Runner New Product Development and Supplier Product Transfer initiatives; Work with Supply Chain and Customer Service to drive cost reduction initiatives; Support customer service product inquiries; Read and interpret product specifications and make recommendations for enhancements; Support FRACAS system development, tracking and metric development

Seniority

Lead, hands-on IC with management support