Digital Power Electronics Firmware Engineer

Allen Control Systems

$90K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development for power electronics systems
  • Experience with digital control of DC-DC converters and power management systems
  • Proficient in C/C++ for embedded systems with microcontroller experience (STM32, TI C2000)
  • Familiarity with control algorithms like PID loops and PWM
  • Experience with simulation tools such as SPICE and MATLAB/Simulink

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement embedded firmware for power electronics systems
  • Use simulation tools to model and optimize control systems
  • Collaborate with electrical engineers for hardware validation
  • Debug and validate power electronics under varying load conditions
  • Optimize firmware for efficiency, stability, and thermal performance

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • ACS Equity Package
Full Job Description
About The Role

We are looking for a Digital Power Electronics Firmware Engineer to develop embedded firmware for the advanced power conversion systems at the heart of our autonomous defense platforms. You will work at the intersection of firmware and power electronics, developing control systems for DC-DC converters, power distribution, and energy management that enable efficient, reliable operation in demanding field environments.

What You'll Do
  • Design and implement embedded firmware in C/C++ for digital control of power electronics systems, including DC-DC converters, voltage regulation, and power distribution.
  • Use simulation tools such as SPICE and MATLAB/Simulink to model, validate, and optimize control systems prior to hardware implementation.
  • Partner with electrical engineers to bring up and validate power electronics hardware; perform lab debugging and validation under various load conditions.
  • Improve efficiency, stability, and thermal performance of power systems through firmware optimization and continuous iteration.


What You'll Need
  • 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development with power electronics systems.
  • Experience with digital control of DC-DC converters, inverters, or power management systems; strong understanding of analog and digital power systems.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems and experience with microcontrollers such as STM32, TI C2000, or similar.
  • Familiarity with implementing control algorithms such as PID loops (including anti-windup), as well as PWM and phase-shift control for power topologies.
  • Familiarity with simulation tools including SPICE, MATLAB, and Simulink.


You'll Stand Out
  • Experience with digital power control loops and compensation techniques.
  • Familiarity with high-efficiency power design and EMI considerations.
  • Experience with battery systems or energy management systems.
  • Background in defense, aerospace, or robotics systems.
  • Experience implementing advanced digital control techniques, including PID tuning, anti-windup strategies, and PWM/phase-shift modulation for power systems.


What We Offer
  • Competitive salary
  • ACS Equity Package
  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off


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