Epirus

Principal Electrical Systems Design Engineer

Epirus$178K — $215K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Systems, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
  • 8+ years of industry experience across the product lifecycle
  • Strong communication skills for technical discussions
  • Familiarity with Jira and scrum practices
  • Preferred: Experience with high-voltage power distribution and battery systems

Responsibilities

  • Develop system-level power budgets in collaboration with design teams
  • Lead design and integration of power electronics subsystems
  • Define organizational standards for high voltage safety
  • Refine technical requirements for Microwave system components
  • Design and prototype critical power electronics subsystems
  • Engage in hands-on activities for testing and debugging systems
  • Collaborate with suppliers on component design and evaluation

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with emerging technologies
  • Collaborative environment with a talented engineering team
  • Hands-on development experience in cutting-edge systems
  • Potential for career growth in a fast-paced industry
  • Occasional travel opportunities as part of the role
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

The ideal candidate for the position is someone who has experience with power distribution for electrification and can own product development through all stages of conception, prototype, and productization. In this role, you will work closely with a talented engineering team in a fast-paced environment to apply emerging technologies in innovative ways to rapidly produce new products. Own systems integration efforts on High Power Microwave Phased Array system. Architect and implement designs for power distribution, communications, safety, and other system electrical needs. This position will report to the Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities:
  • Power Budgets: Develop system-level power budgets, and coordinate requirements with subsystem design teams.
  • System Integration: Lead the design and integration of the power electronics subsystems of large-scale phased arrays from prototype development to full-scale production.
  • Standards and Best Practices: Define the organizational standards for high voltage safety and best practices and lead the team through safety checks at key integration milestones.
  • Technical Specifications: Define and refine technical requirements and specifications for High Power Microwave system components and overall architecture.
  • Prototyping and Design: Design and prototype critical power electronics subsystems, with an emphasis on prime power distribution and conversion.
  • Hands-On Development: Engage in hands-on activities such as wiring, testing, and debugging high power phased array systems.
  • Supplier Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers on component design, testing, and evaluation to meet system requirements.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Degree in one of the following: Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering
  • 8+ years of industry experience, preferably spanning the entire product lifecycle (concept to field deployment). Advanced degrees might be used in place of years of experience.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to articulate and defend technical decisions, with clear written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledgeable with Jira/scrum best practices


Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • Battery: Experience implementing high-voltage power distribution and battery systems.
  • Prime Power: Experience designing and implementing both three-phase AC and high-voltage DC power subsystems for directed energy systems.
  • Communication Protocols: Familiarity with communication protocols relevant to phased array systems (e.g., CAN, Ethernet, etc.).
  • Standards Knowledge: Knowledge of applicable industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD, IEC standards).
  • PCB Design: Proficiency in PCB schematic design and test.
  • Harness Design: Proficiency in standard practices and design rules for high voltage/high power wiring and harness design.
  • DFMEA Process: Experience with Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) for identifying and mitigating potential system failures.
  • Aerospace/Defense experience and/or military experience preferred, or experience in Directed Energy or a similar industry (e.g. Aircraft Power, Radar Power Systems, Laser Systems, Automotive / Electric Vehicle Power).
  • Project Management: Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively. Knowledge of project management software such as MS Project or Smartsheet.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Clearance, US citizenship is required to obtain a US Clearance


Additional Requirements:
  • Ability to travel on an occasional basis


ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.

For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is:

$178,600-$215,800 USD

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