Ontic · 6 hours ago
Electronics Design Engineer
Chatsworth, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
8+ years expOntic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. The Electronics Design Engineer will design and develop electronic hardware, including circuits and systems, while supporting the introduction of new designs into manufacturing environments and collaborating with various teams.
Information TechnologySaaSSecuritySoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and develop electronic hardware, including analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits, power electronics, microcontroller-based systems, and electro-mechanical interfaces
Develop, modify, and maintain embedded software/firmware to support electronic designs, including device drivers, control algorithms, communication interfaces, and test/debug utilities
Generate and maintain engineering documentation including schematics, PCB layouts, bills of materials (BOMs), design analyses, and interface control documents
Review and release printed circuit board fabrication and assembly files (e.g., Gerber files) for completeness and manufacturability
Support the introduction of new and adopted designs into Factory New (FN) and MRO manufacturing environments, collaborating with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure producibility and testability
Develop or support development of test methods, test procedures, and automated or semi-automated test equipment, including software-based test solutions
Address component and system obsolescence by identifying qualified replacements and redesigning hardware and/or software as required to maintain form, fit, and function
Participate in drawing change processes (ECRs, ECNs) and configuration control activities
Provide technical support to Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Sales as needed
Assist Purchasing in resolving supplier technical issues, component selection, and specification interpretation
Perform technical reviews of RFQs, purchase orders, and externally supplied designs
Participate in material review board (MRB) activities related to electronic and electro-mechanical products
Mentor and guide junior engineers and support cross-training initiatives within the engineering team
Participate in concurrent engineering activities and cross-functional design reviews
Support technical evaluation of electronic and electro-mechanical products for potential licensing
Participate in management, program, and engineering meetings as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Minimum 8–10 years of experience in aerospace or high-reliability electronics design
Strong knowledge of electronic hardware design, including schematic capture, PCB layout oversight, component selection, and design for manufacturability/test
Demonstrated experience in embedded software or firmware development, including C/C++ or equivalent languages for microcontrollers or processors
Proficiency in reading and developing circuit schematics (analog, digital, microcontrollers, power circuits)
Working knowledge of electronic assembly and workmanship standards including IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 (Class 3 preferred)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills across both hardware and software domains
Ability to communicate effectively and produce clear, concise technical documentation
Project management and task-prioritization skills in a fast-paced engineering environment
Preferred
Experience with test and measurement systems; familiarity with NI LabVIEW, PXI systems, or similar test software environments desirable
Understanding of aerospace materials, processes, environmental requirements, and regulatory considerations
Knowledge of configuration management, drawing practices, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
Experience with FAA Repair Station procedures and regulations preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical insurance
Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution
Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
Flexible working arrangements
Paid volunteering opportunities
Access to mental health champions across our sites
Commitment to development
Employee referral program
Company
Ontic
Ontic’s Connected Intelligence Platform centralizes security operations and data into one system of record.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$286.65MKey Investors
Kohlberg Kravis RobertsJMI EquityFelicis
2025-08-21Series C· $230M
2021-11-16Series B· $40M
2020-04-30Series A· $12M
Leadership Team
Thomas Kopecky
Co-Founder & Board of Directors
Vipul Garg
Senior Director of Engineering
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