Electrical Power Systems Manager

Electrical Power Systems ManagerLocation: El Segundo, California, OnsiteCompensation: 150,000 to 200,000 USD per yearU.S. Citizenship Required (Security Clearance Eligible)Darwin Space are partnered with an exciting national security space company who are building high performance small satellites for critical U.S. government missions. They are expanding their leadership team with an Electrical Power Systems Manager who will lead the engineering group responsible for all spacecraft Electrical Power System architecture and development activities.They are looking for a strong technical leader who can manage staffing, guide EPS system definition, oversee cost and schedule inputs, and partner across engineering teams to deliver reliable flight hardware. This role requires a mix of people leadership, technical depth and the ability to operate within complex, fast moving programs supporting national security customers.The team values clear communication, strong organisation, technical judgement and a proactive approach to problem solving.Role OverviewThe Electrical Power Systems Manager will lead the EPS engineering team and act as the primary point of contact for technical, budget and resource allocation matters. You will oversee EPS architecture definition for multiple spacecraft buses, coordinate with other subsystems, maintain cost and schedule inputs, resolve technical issues and mature the technical processes used across the team.This role involves line management, resource planning, technical oversight and close collaboration with program leadership, hardware teams, harnessing, flight software and mission engineering.You will play a significant role in shaping product roadmaps, improving internal processes and ensuring the success of spacecraft programs.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Team ManagementManage staffing for the Electrical Power Systems teamProvide technical oversight, coaching and performance managementMentor, develop and motivate team membersConduct personnel reviews, assign tasks and oversee work scope allocationEPS Architecture and Technical DirectionLead definition and maintenance of spacecraft EPS architectures across multiple platformsEnsure alignment with overall spacecraft system designsPartner closely with harnessing, products and flight software teamsSupport development of forward leaning EPS solutionsProgram Delivery and ExecutionProvide cost, schedule and technical inputs to programsSupport proposal efforts and help define initial scopeCoordinate with engineering, programs and manufacturing to align schedules and resolve technical tasksLead discrepancy resolution and support design modificationsProcess Improvement and ToolingDevelop, refine and improve EPS team processesCreate development schedule templates, key artifacts and reviewsDevelop tools to improve cost and schedule modeling for EPS development planningMaintain documentation for current products including technical data, schedules and cost informationCollaboration and Cross Functional SupportWork with engineering leadership, business development and program managementSupport transition from development work into mature productsCoordinate with other subsystem leads to solve technical challengesRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Information Science, Mathematics or related fieldThree or more years of experience with spacecraft solar arrays, electrical systems or power systems analysisThree or more years of hands on electronics design experience in EPS, Command and Data Handling, RF or GNCExperience supporting electrical power systems including design, verification, troubleshooting and anomaly resolutionStrong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex topics clearlyComfortable working in a fast paced environment with competing prioritiesSecurity RequirementsMust be a U.S. citizenMust be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret or TS/SCI clearancePreferred QualificationsExperience qualifying space avionicsOne or more years of program management or IPT leadershipActive TS or TS/SCI clearanceCompensation and BenefitsBase salary between 150,000 and 200,000 USDComprehensive benefits including health, dental and visionRetirement and savings plansPaid time off and holidaysAdditional variable compensation opportunitiesDarwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.Adam Slade