Electrical Design Engineer

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field.

Our heritage dates to 1961, as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments – Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services. It’s SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve.

At this time, SCI is recruiting highly qualified candidates whose background and career goals meet our needs for an Electronic Design Engineer in Huntsville, AL. Joining our Aircraft Systems team in developing new instrumentation products, you will support electrical design activities from requirements definition through development, qualification testing, and low-rate initial production (LRIP) with minimal supervision.

What You'll Do

• Work with cross-functional project team members and collaborate with program teams to create overall system and product design specifications.
• Develop innovative electrical and microprocessor designs based on defined system requirements.
• Document designs with schematic drawings and supporting design documentation, as well as analysis and design description documentation for customer reviews.
• Develop test plans and perform system/subsystem testing for design validation.
• Utilize tools such as simulation, rapid prototyping, and testing to justify design decisions.
• Maintain active technical communication with internal cross-functional teams and external customers.

What You'll Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer & Systems Engineering, or a similar field from an ABET-accredited university.
• Experience: 0–2 years of experience in the design of electronic and/or electro-mechanical systems using Cadence Allegro or other ECAD software.
• Experience with microcontroller circuit design, microcontroller programming, and standard electronic test/measurement equipment.
• Solid understanding of design methods for EMI/EMC mitigation.
• Proficiency in the MS Office Suite, alongside strong problem-solving skills, eager mindset to learn, and strong written/verbal communication skills.

How to Stand Out

Master’s degree (MS) in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.

Hands-on experience with the design of DoD-type electronics and related military systems.

Practical experience applying data acquisition tools such as LabVIEW.

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.