The Senior Motor Design Engineer is responsible for leading the design and development of advanced Brushless DC (BLDC) Motors, Voice Coil Actuators (VCAs), and other precision electromagnetic motion-control solutions for Aerospace & Defense applications.
This role is responsible for the electromagnetic design, analysis, optimization, and validation of high-performance motors and actuators used in mission-critical systems including unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), missile guidance and control, avionics, gimbal stabilization, electro-mechanical actuation, and next-generation aerospace platforms. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in electromagnetic design, finite element analysis (FEA), magnetic circuit optimization, motor performance modeling, and multidisciplinary product development.
As a technical leader, this individual will collaborate closely with Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Program Management, and Sales teams to deliver innovative products that achieve industry-leading performance, reliability, and SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) objectives.
General Responsibilities• Advises on the creation of designs within inter-disciplinary teams to address complex product design and manufacturing challenges
• Leads feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs
• Advises on development testing, engineering analysis, qualification testing, production launch
• Leads failure analysis investigations and engineering evaluations
• Maintains product documentation (drawings and specifications) and lessons learned; produce design reports, test reports, operating manuals and test procedures
• Leads a team that includes senior engineers/managers for the purpose of engaging with customers in soliciting product specifications requirements, schedule expectations and budget
Experience / Qualifications• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
Electromagnetic Design & Analysis- Lead the electromagnetic design and development of BLDC motors, voice coil actuators, torque motors, and other custom electromechanical devices.
- Design stators, rotors, windings, magnetic circuits, and permanent magnet topologies to meet performance requirements.
- Develop motor architectures optimized for torque density, efficiency, dynamic response, thermal performance, and reliability.
Advanced Modeling & Simulation - Utilize electromagnetic analysis tools such as ANSYS Maxwell, JMAG, MotorCAD, Flux, COMSOL, or equivalent simulation platforms
- Evaluate various magnet materials, winding schemes, lamination materials, and motor topologies.
Product Development & Innovation - Lead development of next-generation motion-control products.
- Translate customer requirements into optimized electromagnetic designs.
- Support technology roadmaps and advanced research initiatives.
Cross-Functional Engineering Leadership - Partner closely with Mechanical, Electronics, Manufacturing, and Program Management teams throughout the product lifecycle.
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and technical decision-making.
- Provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) guidance.
Customer & Technical Support - Interface directly with aerospace and defense customers on technical requirements, design reviews, and development programs.
- Support proposal development, technical presentations, and customer-facing engineering discussions.
- Contribute to business capture efforts and new product opportunities.
Technical Mentorship - Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across engineering teams.
- Establish best practices and design standards for electromagnetic product development.
Additional Experience and Qualifications Preferred - Minimum 8 years of experience designing BLDC motors, voice coil actuators, or related electromagnetic devices.
- Power conversion principles
- Experience developing custom motors from concept through production.
- Knowledge of motor drive electronics and control systems.
Additional Requirements This position may require eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Candidates must be legally authorized to work on applicable Aerospace & Defense programs.
Travel: Up to 15%
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Base Salary Range: $147,120.00 - $202,290.00
