Electrical apprentice Jobs in Broken Arrow, OK

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

Design, develop, test and support manufacturing of flight simulators with an emphasis on
cockpit and avionics systems, simulator systems, IO interfaces including serial data
busses. Plans, organizes and coordinates the efforts of lower-level personnel

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Successfully completes assigned tasks of the job; applies and enhances knowledge
and skills while utilizing sound engineering principles.
• Design tasks include cockpit and avionics system design, simulator system design,
circuit card design, and integration and troubleshooting.
• Research and interpret aircraft and avionics manufacturer's data, as well as project
requirements, in preparation for system and interface design.
• Perform operational, functional tests and troubleshooting of electronic circuits,
avionics and aircraft systems components using specialized tools.
• Provide on-site and remote support during simulator test, hardware/software
integration, discrepancy resolution, and simulator certifications.
• Perform within department budget and schedules.
• Exhibit and practice professional and courteous behavior while interacting with both
internal and external customers.
• Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of assigned tasks.
• Able to adhere to a work schedule including prompt and regular attendance.
• Recognized as a technical expert by others.
• Demonstrate initiative and independent thought in developing potential solutions to
problems using available tools and information.
• Perform high level engineering tasks with little supervision.
• Able to give presentations in front of an internal audience, acting as a representative
of the department.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and products.
• Provides guidance, training, and mentoring to teammates in the department when
required.
• Travel as required.

• Mentors and assists other software engineers.
• Apply skills in document preparation to create customer test and internal/external user guides.
• Apply presentation skills to demonstrate the operation of systems to internal and/or external customers.
• Consults with other software and hardware engineers as part of a team. Communicates effectively between departments.
• Designs prototypes for new technologies, algorithms, structures, and processes. Conducts research and development.
• Supports computer system and hardware requirements, integration, and maintenance.
• Develop engineering tools
• Remains current on state-of-the-art technologies through technical papers, periodicals, and conferences.
• Travel, shift work, and special work hours may be required to accomplish some of the above tasks.
• Exhibits and practices professional and courteous behavior while interacting with both internal and external customers.
• Interacts within a cooperative environment through beneficial behavior, commitment to common goals, contribution to problem solving, communication of ideas and suggestions, and encouragement to other employees and departments.
• Accountable for the control and distribution of documents and/or equipment subject to export control restrictions or other applicable laws and regulations and the security of FSI materials, projects and business information regarding the methods and techniques used in the production and usage of FSI products.
• Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of assigned tasks.
• Able to adhere to a work schedule including prompt and regular attendance. Willingness to work overtime as necessary.
• Adhere to accurate time recording of daily work activity.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• May be required to apply for and maintain a security clearance.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or
equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Experience

7+ years of professional experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• AC and DC Electronics, Digital Logic theory and implementation, Computer System
  theory, Programmable Logic Devices (PLDs), Field Programmable Gate Arrays
  (FPGAs), serial data protocols, Microprocessor/Microcontroller theory and
  implementation, and circuit/system troubleshooting skills.
  • Desired - Microsoft Office, Computer-aided design (CAD) preferably SolidWorks
  Electrical, and Project Lifecycle Management software
  • Knowledge of test equipment including digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic
  analyzers, data bus reader, signal generators, etc.
  • Fluency in English, through both verbal and written communications; Able to read,
  analyze, and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, or
  governmental regulations.
  • Able to comprehend and apply principles of calculus, modern algebra, Polar
  coordinates, Boolean algebra, and statistical theory; Able to work with concepts
  such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs of theorems.
  • Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in
  written, oral, or diagram form; Able to deal with problems involving several concrete
  variables in standardized situations

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will be regularly required to sit, demonstrate dexterity to handle or feel, speak, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant’s ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.

This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.

Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address. FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.