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Principal Power Electronics Engineer – Aerospace

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Job summary

A leading company in aerospace seeks a Principal Power Electronics Engineer to design advanced power conversion systems. This senior role requires expertise in DC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC converter design, along with knowledge of wide bandgap semiconductors. The ideal candidate will lead a team and ensure compliance with aerospace standards.

Qualifications

In-depth experience in aerospace or high-reliability sectors.
Strong experience with SiC and GaN technologies.

Responsibilities

Lead design and validation of high-reliability power converters.
Guide thermal and EMI/EMC compliance considerations.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Power Electronics

DC/DC

AC/DC

DC/AC

Magnetics

SiC

GaN

Education

Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Master’s or PhD

Tools

PLECS

LTspice

MATLAB/Simulink

Altium

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Job Title: Principal Power Electronics Engineer – Aerospace

Location: Cardiff

Employment Type: Permanent

Industry: Aerospace / Power Electronics - You must come from an aerospace background to be considered for this vacancy.

Overview:

We are seeking an accomplished Principal Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced power conversion systems for aerospace applications. This is a senior-level role suited for an individual with a proven track record in DC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC converter design, and deep technical expertise in wide bandgap semiconductors (SiC/GaN) and magnetics.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design, development, and validation of high-reliability power converters for aerospace systems.
Architect and simulate topologies for DC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC power conversion.
Select and evaluate SiC and GaN devices for high-efficiency, high-density designs.
Design custom magnetics, including transformers and inductors, optimised for weight, size, and thermal constraints.
Guide thermal and EMI/EMC compliance considerations through the design lifecycle.
Drive system-level trade-off studies and influence hardware architecture decisions.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers within the power electronics team.
Support qualification and certification activities in line with aerospace standards (DO-160, MIL-STD, etc.).
Interface with systems, mechanical, and software teams to ensure seamless product integration.

Required Qualifications:

Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (Master’s or PhD preferred).
In-depth experience in power electronics, with recent experience in aerospace or high-reliability sectors.
Deep knowledge of DC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC power converters, including resonant and hard/soft-switching topologies.
Strong experience working with SiC and GaN technologies in high-voltage, high-frequency applications.
Expertise in magnetics design, including planar and high-efficiency magnetic components.
Proficiency with simulation and development tools such as PLECS, LTspice, MATLAB/Simulink, and Altium or similar CAD platforms.
Familiarity with aerospace design standards and environmental constraints.
Preferred Experience:Background in airborne or spaceborne power systems.
Experience with radiation-hardened designs or redundant architectures.
Knowledge of safety-critical design practices and lifecycle documentation.

If you are interested in this Principal Power Electronics Engineer, please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Engineering, Research, and Design
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Staffing and Recruiting

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