Senior Electrical Engineer - Active Secret clearance
$112.92k - $125.28kGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems
Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: : Department of Defense Active Secret security clearance is required at time of hire . Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required . Responsibilities for this Position Key Responsibilities:
While on-site, you will be a part of the Progeny Manassas, VA Team. Salary Note This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range USD $112,924.00 - USD $125,275.00 /Yr. Company Overview General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
- Design, develop, and test AC-DC and DC-DC power conversion systems for mission-critical applications
- Perform circuit analysis, component selection, and power system optimization with increasing independence
- Create detailed electrical schematics, support PCB layouts, and generate comprehensive technical documentation
- Lead power system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure performance requirements are met
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate power solutions into larger system architectures
- Perform thermal analysis and develop thermal management solutions for power electronics
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on power system design
- Participate in and contribute meaningfully to design reviews
- Analyze and resolve power quality issues including ripple, noise, efficiency optimization, and control loop stability
- Support prototype development, testing, and transition to production
- Assist with component and architecture trade studies to determine optimal power system solutions
- Strong understanding of power electronics principles, topologies, and design methodologies
- Proven ability to deliver power system designs with minimal supervision
- Solid grasp of electrical engineering concepts including magnetics, switching regulators, and control theory
- Ability to learn new power conversion technologies and handle increasing design complexity
- Team player who mentors others and contributes to collaborative success
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with hands-on debugging capabilities
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in power electronics
- Effective communication skills with ability to present technical concepts clearly
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
- 5 years of experience designing AC-DC and/or DC-DC power converters
- Knowledge of power supply topologies (buck, boost, flyback, forward converter, full-bridge, etc.)
- Experience with switch mode DC-DC converter design including control loop stability analysis
- Understanding of 3-phase AC-DC conversion principles
- Proficiency with power electronics simulation tools (LTSpice, PSIM, PLECS, or similar)
- Experience with PCB design tools (Altium, OrCAD, or similar) for power electronics
- Understanding of EMI/EMC considerations and mitigation techniques in power system design
- Knowledge of magnetic component design (transformers, inductors) and supplier collaboration
- Experience with thermal analysis tools and cooling solutions
- Familiarity with military power standards (MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1399, etc.)
- Understanding of power semiconductor devices (MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes) and gate drive circuits
- Proficiency with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power analyzers, electronic loads, thermal cameras)
- Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory requirements for power systems
- Experience with ruggedized or high-reliability power system design
- Understanding of power factor correction (PFC) techniques
- Familiarity with digital control and microcontroller-based power management
- Experience supporting power systems through qualification testing
- Knowledge of component derating and reliability analysis
- An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
- Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security
- Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
- Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
- See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
While on-site, you will be a part of the Progeny Manassas, VA Team. Salary Note This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range USD $112,924.00 - USD $125,275.00 /Yr. Company Overview General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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