Electrical Power Engineering

That is why we’re building Nova, our fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle. Designed for daily flight, Nova tackles the core challenges of space transportation by reducing cost, increasing availability, and improving reliability. By radically lowering launch costs and increasing flight cadence, we’re helping create a truly scalable space industry. As a Launch High Power Engineer for our dedicated launch complex at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, you will be responsible for developing and commissioning a new launch pad from scratch. You will be responsible for all phases of the launch site lifecycle including overall architecture, engineering, build strategy, build execution, integration, commissioning, and site operations. Develop, own, and drive overall High-Power architecture & build strategy for critical ground systems including lightning protection systems, launch pad, propellant farms, horizontal integration facilities, payload processing facilities, and launch control centers.
Develop detailed electrical designs and specifications for systems including power distribution, switchgear, motor control centers, interior/exterior lighting, UPS units, generators, automatic transfer switches, power monitoring hardware/software, data/phone wiring, grounding systems, fire alarms, public address, and lightning protection.
Provide engineering support for troubleshooting electrical equipment and controllers; conduct load flow analysis and evaluate electrical equipment.
Ensure all electrical systems interface properly with mechanical systems and comply with power budgets. Coordinate with local utility personnel for installations and maintenance. Oversee project activities including development of drawings, request for proposals, bid evaluations, subcontractor management, and construction. Manage project timelines, budgets, and ensure quality control throughout all phases of construction. Act as the primary point of contact for contractors and stakeholders.
Manage commissioning, operation, and maintenance of power systems.
Continuously maintain and improve the design configuration and physical configuration of the system throughout ongoing operations and maintenance.
5+ years of experience in a related role working electrical design, power distribution systems, switchgear, generators, and aerospace environments.

• Working knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety), NFPA 780 (Lightning Protection).
• Proficient with power systems analysis tools such as ETAP, EasyPower, or SKM.
• Excellent understanding of engineering construction drawings and construction means & methods.
• Proven ability to effectively lead external designers, vendors, and contractors while driving projects to completion quickly and efficiently.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or similar field.

10+ years of experience in electrical design, power distribution systems, switchgear, generators, and aerospace environments.

• Extensive experience in aerospace, specifically orbital launch vehicle ground support equipment, and with DOD, USAF/USSF, NASA and other government agencies.
• Professional Engineering (P.license in electrical engineering.

Equity – We know that our employees are the reason we succeed. To give everyone a stake in our future, we are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular, full-time employees.

• Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
• Dog friendly offices!

Target Levels:

Level 2 Range: $109,725 - $148,470
Level 3 Range: $129,150 - $193,620
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.The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices, including hiring.
Employees must comply with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services employment verification requirements, and, therefore, they must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 at the start of employment and re-verify authorization to work periodically.
Separate from this I-9 process, this position entails access to certain technology and technical data that is restricted under U.Employment or continued employment may be conditioned on your legal authorization to work with or have access to export control materials as necessary to perform your job.
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