Power Electronics Engineer
Core
Designing advanced power electronic converters (DC-DC) and control algorithms for Hall thruster-based propulsion systems in reusable space vehicles.
Role type
Senior IC power electronics engineer (aerospace propulsion)
Builds
Power electronic converters and control systems for TeraWave constellation satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Space propulsion / Power electronics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
DC-DC converter design (isolated and non-isolated), power-stage topology selection, controller algorithm design, circuit simulation (LTspice, PSpice, SIMetrix), schematic capture, PCB layout/routing, Si/GaN/SiC device selection, board bring-up and troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Space qualification standards (MIL-STD, NASA), high-voltage aerospace design, EMI/EMC mitigation, embedded firmware for power converters
Technologies
LTspice, PSpice, SIMetrix, Altium Designer, OrCAD, Si, GaN, SiC
Responsibilities
Capture and translate engineering requirements for power electronic systems; perform conceptual and detailed design of converters; develop controller algorithms; conduct feasibility studies and circuit simulation; produce schematic drawings and PCB layouts; lead board bring-up and functional testing; iterate designs for production readiness; collaborate with cross-functional teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC