Electronics/Computer Engineer (EE/ComputerE)

Westar Aerospace & Defense Group, Inc. is a leading provider of specialized technology solutions and services to the Department of Defense, selected US Government agencies, and aerospace industry customers. Individual Westar Aerospace & Defense divisions have substantial expertise and proven track records and together offer synergistic, broad-based IT, engineering, programmatic, and logistics solutions.  Westar Display Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Westar Aerospace & Defense, Inc., has an immediate opening for an Electronics/Computer Engineer in our St. Charles, MO location.

 

Summary:

 

The engineer has responsibilities in test and integration of electronics and associated firmware and software to be used primarily in, but not limited to, WDT?s universal tester products.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 

Hardware Design:

? Altera FPGA design

? Microcontroller firmware design (generally 8051-based)

? Interconnect design

Software Design:

? Design, implement and test software applications targeted for PCs (generally in Visual Basic and C)

? Design, implement, and test web applications

Hardware and Software Debug / Integration

? First Article prototyping, debug, integration

? Integration of new capabilities into existing  products

? Troubleshooting bugs and integrating fixes

? Reverse engineering to determine pin out and timing protocol for undocumented displays.

Customer Support

? Work closely with customer to define requirements and deliver solutions for complex video processing and display drive requirements

? On-site liaison with critical customers

? Write user?s manuals and application notes

? Successfully manage tasks from multiple product managers

Other

? Provide assistance in WDT product repair

? Provide assistance in WDT production

 

Budget Control:

 

Various indirect budgets may be under the control of the engineer, who makes decisions to spend or not to spend money based on sound business judgment while being consistent with the company's objectives, core values, and spending practices.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

 

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

Competency:

 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

 

Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.

 

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

 

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

 

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

 

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

 

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

 

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

 

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

 

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

 

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

 

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions ; Uses equipment and materials properly.

 

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

 

Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and/or Experience :

 

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Computer Engineering (BSCE) from four-year college or university.  Related experience and/or training is a plus.

 

Language Skills :

 

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

 

Mathematical Skills :

 

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

 

Reasoning Ability :

 

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

 

Computer Skills :

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

 

Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met 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.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

 

Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

Please email cover letter and r?sum? to jobs@westar.com in a Microsoft Word format, or fax to 636.300.5026.  R?sum? and cover letter MUST address the minimum qualifications to be considered and include salary requirements.Westar provides an excellent benefit package. EOE.