Electrical Engineer - Power & High-Voltage Systems
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Electrical Engineer – Power & High-Voltage Systems
A venture-backed defense technology company is developing rugged, edge-deployed directed-energy platforms for counter-unmanned aerial systems. This is a hands-on role focused on designing and validating battery and high-voltage power electronics that move quickly from prototype to field deployment.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Design high-voltage DC/DC converters, diode drivers, rectifiers, inverters, and power distribution/control circuits
- Perform electrical simulations using SPICE or MATLAB/Simulink to optimize efficiency and reliability
- Develop embedded and mixed-signal electronics integrating microcontrollers and FPGAs for telemetry, protection, and fault handling
- Design and validate battery management and rapid-discharge power systems with strong thermal considerations
- Create rugged wire harnesses and select connectors/cabling for high-power environments
- Drive hands-on prototyping, bring-up, and environmental/vibration/shock testing
- Conduct DFM reviews and collaborate with suppliers to ensure manufacturability and quality
- Produce schematics, BOMs, and wiring documentation while ensuring compliance with safety and export regulations
- Partner with mechanical, optical, and controls teams for full system integration
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- 2–5 years of experience in electrical or power electronics engineering (aerospace, defense, robotics, or similar)
- Proficiency with Altium Designer, SPICE, and/or MATLAB/Simulink
- Experience with high-voltage electronics, battery management systems, and diode driver circuits
- Hands-on experience with rugged electronics assembly and integration
- Familiarity with thermal management and EMI/EMC considerations
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Nice to Have
- Experience deploying hardware in harsh or remote environments
- Familiarity with MIL-STD specifications and export compliance
- EMI/EMC shielding and mitigation experience
- Active or obtainable security clearance
Additional Information
Work Environment: Fast-paced, hardware-focused engineering culture with frequent lab and field testing and close cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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