Contract Electrical Engineering Jobs in Michigan

An international leader in aviation

Heroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe and United Kingdom. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

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Located in Livonia, Michigan, spanning 3 facilities (100,000+ sq. ft.) with over 130 employees, Beaver Aerospace & Defense is one of Héroux-Devtek’s centers of excellence for design, development, manufacturing, and assembly of ball screws, actuation systems and other aerospace components.

Our ball screws, ball splines, gears, and electromechanical linear/rotary actuators are custom designed to fit virtually any application with superior performance, quality and precision. In fact, our actuation solutions are installed on some of the most advanced aircraft, missile applications and mission-critical space exploration systems in the world, featuring the latest in motion control technology.

With a strong focus on custom precision manufacturing processes with machining automation and techniques, we aim to remain the best value producer of complex and precision Aerospace & Defense components.

What we offer?

• Leaders who invest in your success, development, and growth
• A culture of true teamwork and pride in our product
• Competitive salaries linked to performance and paid time off
• 9 paid holidays
• A comprehensive group insurance plan including a HSA/FSA options, Dental & Vision
• Coverage for Domestic Partnerships
• Supportive wellness program, including healthcare discounts
• Automatic Life Insurance with supplemental options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Opportunities for retirement savings with 401k plans including a company match
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant Certifications, Education, & Trainings
• Free access to a virtual doctor and the employee assistance program
• Social activities for all employees (BBQ, Golf, Christmas parties, etc.)
• Generous referral bonuses and advantageous recognition programs
• A motivating work environment and a human management style where you can make a difference

Summary:
The Contract Electrical Engineer – Controls and Support is responsible for providing technical expertise in electrical design, controls, and support functions for ballscrews and electromechanical actuators in aerospace and defense applications. This full-time contract assignment is expected to last a minimum of six (6) months, with the potential to extend up to one (1) year. This role focuses on hands-on electrical engineering tasks, including motor controllers, schematics, troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration while contributing to system-level integration without full ownership of compliance or documentation. This role requires daily lab support, real-time engineering exchanges, and immediate issue resolution in Inspection and Assembly.

Main responsibilities:

• Develop electrical and controls designs, including schematics, interfaces, and motor controllers, ensuring alignment with performance and customer requirements. Includes providing dedicated, hands-on lab support for the development of new electrical designs.
• Provide electrical inputs to system analysis and trade studies, collaborating with structural analyst design engineers and test engineers on requirements flow-down and failure mode considerations. Requires participating in real-time, face-to-face engineering exchanges to share data, ideas, and iterate designs on the fly.
• Support test planning and execution with a focus on electrical aspects, assisting in the setup and performance of tests while maintaining accountability for corrective actions in electrical domains.
• Perform troubleshooting and issue resolution, emphasizing electrical and motor controls, by supporting hands-on work with technicians and test engineers during development and testing phases. Must also provide immediate, on-demand resolution to issues arising in Inspection and Assembly.
• Contribute to documentation and technical reports through preparation and review of test procedures, reports, and data, ensuring accuracy without primary ownership.
• Communicate technical status, risks, and results through reporting and reviews to management and program teams.
• Facilitate cross-functional integration by providing electrical support to quality, manufacturing, supply chain, and design/test teams to ensure compliance and seamless operations.
• Offer technical support to suppliers with electrical input as needed, without acting as the primary point of contact.
• Provide technical support to customers with electrical inputs as needed, without acting as the primary point of contact.

Our ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years of experience in a similar organization or industry, with demonstrated skills in motor controllers and electrical engineering.
• Proficiency using computer-based data entry systems such as MS Office.
• Proficiency using engineering software such as Creo, AutoCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, Altium or similar tools for electrical design, PCB layout, and analysis.
• Minimum five years of experience working with motor drives, controls systems, and related electrical hardware.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Certain positions may require an additional physical examination.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous experience in the aerospace industry.
• Previous experience with ballscrews and electromechanical actuators.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards and compliance requirements.

Work culture and environment:

Are you known as an innovation driver? Are you looking for your next challenge and opportunity to learn & excel in Aerospace? Héroux-Devtek offers you the opportunity to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment where skills development is a top priority. Here, employees are at the heart of the realization of the product, developed through engineering centers, factories, a service unit, and an accessible and agile head office for fast decision-making.

Be part of a motivating top-notch team taking Aerospace to new heights!

Candidates must meet security screening requirements as set out by ITAR directives.

HDI Landing Gear is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, HDI Landing Gear will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.