The video provides a practical, actionable strategy for job seekers by leveraging AI to bridge the gap between job requirements and personal projects, directly addressing a common pain point for entry-level engineers.
Summary
The creator explains how to tailor resume projects to specific job postings by working backward from the job description. They demonstrate this by using ChatGPT to generate project ideas based on a General Dynamics electrical engineer job posting, highlighting KiCad as a tool for PCB design.
Structure
1Introduce the strategy: work backward from job postings.
2Show an example job posting for an Electrical Engineer at General Dynamics.
3Explain how to use ChatGPT to generate relevant project ideas.
4Detail a specific project: Power Distribution & Protection Test Board.
5
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Product placement
General Dynamics (GD): This is a company that is hiring for an electrical engineer. Its interface is not operated, it does not generate or edit anything, and no visible result comes from it. It merely appears as a company name and stock ticker in the header. Removing it would not change what happens in the video.
KiCad: This is a software used for designing PCBs. Its interface is operated by the creator to design a PCB. Removing it would change what happens in the video.
JLCPCB: This is a service for ordering PCBs. Its interface is not operated, it does not generate or edit anything, and no visible result comes from it. It merely appears as a service to order PCBs from. Removing it would not change what happens in the video.
ChatGPT: This is an AI chatbot. Its interface is operated by the creator to generate project ideas. Removing it would change what happens in the video.
Stan Store: This is a platform for creators to sell products or services. Its interface is not operated, it does not generate or edit anything, and no visible result comes from it. It merely appears as a link in the creator's bio. Removing it would not change what happens in the video.
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GENERAL DYNAMICS
What Projects Do I Put On My Resume/Portfolio??
Electrical Engineer - Entry Level
Job ID Number 2026-71949
Scottsdale, AZ, US
Required Clearance
Top Secret, obtainable within reasonable time
on requirements
Employment Type
Full Time
Remote Option
Hybrid, On-Site
Business Unit
GD Mission Systems
APPLY NOW
GDMISSION
RESPONSIBI
POSITION
Based on this job posting, I'm a sophomore electrical engineering student with a budget of $50 and 3 months to work on this project (6 hours per week). Suggest 3 realistic projects that demonstrate the skills and qualifications in the posting, and explain how each project aligns with the role:
https://www.gd.com/careers/electrical-engineer-entry-level-scottsdale-az-us-2026-gdms-opportunity
Project 1: Power Distribution & Protection Test Board
What You Build
Design a PCB in KiCad that:
Takes 12V input
Includes a fuse
Reverse polarity protection
Over-voltage protection
Current sensing resistor
Power status LEDs
Multiple output rails
Order the PCB from JLCPCB and test supply and multimeter.
Cost
PCB: ~$15
Components: ~$15
Total: ~$30
Skills Demonstrated
Schematic capture
PCB layout
Power distribution
OVP/fusing circuits
Transcript
This is the easiest method to figure out what projects to put in your resume. Literally go from the job posting and work backwards. So let's say you wanna work at General Dynamics an entry level engineer. Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. Thats the opportunity that's waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nations heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. Its an amazing challenge. And its waiting for you now.
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers mission in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.
Design printed circuit boards and some Special Test Equipment supporting a next generation space payload. You will create adapter boards that route VPX backplane bench-top test interfaces (SMA, banana connectors), test interface boards, unit-level testing, power distribution, OVP/fusing, and digital I/O interfaces for FPGA drawers. You'll work closely with mechanical engineers to translate requirements into production-ready designs.
Required Skills:
Proficiency in electrical and layout software (like KiCad)
Strong understanding of fundamentals: power/ground
Basic knowledge of JTAG, JESD204B, LVDS, RS422, 10GbE
Familiarity with DC power distribution and protection circuits (OVP, fusing, current limiting)
Proficiency with general test equipment: power supplies, multimeters, signal generators, signal/logic analyzers, oscilloscopes
Ability to capture schematics, perform design rule checks, generate Gerber outputs, and create BOMsProficiency with Microsoft tools suite
Preferred Skills:
Experience with high-speed digital PCB design (JESD204B, 10GbE, multi-gig SerDes)
Knowledge of RF PCB design and SMA/2.92mm connector footprints for frequencies up to 18 GHz
Familiarity with VPX/OpenVPX standards (VITA 46/65)
Experience with Linux (RHEL) and Windows (Win11) operating systems
Understanding of IPC standards for fabrication and assembly
Ability to design power supplies with fused leads, OVP, and shunts (0.01), and strap resistors
Experience design for high-speed routing (e.g., 10Gbps), SPI/JTAG
Capability to design FMC mezzanine adapter cards (e.g., FMC-SMA-LVDS, FMC-4R45) for STE FPGA drawers
Based on this job posting, I'm a sophomore electrical engineering student with a budget of $50 and 3 months to work on this project (6 hours per week). Suggest 3 realistic projects that demonstrate the skills and qualifications in the posting, and explain how each project aligns with the role:
https://www.gd.com/careers/electrical-engineer-entry-level-scottsdale-az-us-2026-gdms-opportunity
Say, "Based on this job posting, I'm a sophomore electrical engineering student with a budget of $50 and 3 months to work on this project (6 hours per week). Suggest 3 realistic projects that demonstrate the skills and qualifications in the posting, and explain how each project aligns with the role:
https://www.gd.com/careers/electrical-engineer-entry-level-scottsdale-az-us-2026-gdms-opportunity"
Project 1: Power Distribution & Protection Test Board
What You Build
Design a PCB in KiCad that:
Takes 12V input
Includes a fuse
Reverse polarity protection
Over-voltage protection
Current sensing resistor
Power status LEDs
Multiple output rails
Order the PCB from JLCPCB and test supply and multimeter.
Cost
PCB: ~$15
Components: ~$15
Total: ~$30
Skills Demonstrated
Schematic capture
PCB layout
Power distribution
OVP/fusing circuits
From there, Chachy BT will literally give you three projects that you can use and it will walk you step by step how to do it. Now I'm not recommending that you use Chachy BT to help you build the project, but use it to get ideas. And it's literally this simple. Learn the art of working backwards. Figure out the jobs that you are interested in, figure out the skills that they want in a candidate, and then make yourself into that person.
