Electrical Engineer 5

Chipton-Ross, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 114,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer 5 to drive cutting-edge spacecraft power and propulsion electronics. The role requires deep expertise in DC‑DC converters, power, analog, digital, and mixed-signal design, and leadership of early career engineers.

You will design, simulate, and oversee PCB layout, conduct testing, and collaborate across electrical, mechanical, software and program management teams to deliver robust solutions for environments from land to space.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• Experience with power converter design for aerospace/spacecraft preferred.
• Strong leadership and mentoring of early career engineers.
• Proficiency in analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Drive electronics solutions for spacecraft power and propulsion systems across environments.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including electrical, mechanical, software, and testing.
• Lead design from concept through testing, production, and support.
• Perform detailed circuit design, architecture analysis, and layout oversight.
• Oversee PCB layout and ensure readiness for production.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Circuit design

Power electronics

DC-DC converter design

Test & debugging

Education

BSEE

MSEE (preferred)

Tools

LTspice/PSpice

MATLAB/Simulink

Altium Designer

Mentor Graphics

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Engineer 5

Sub Max:

Pay Rate: $ to $100.00

Duration: (6 Months contract to hire)

Shift:9/80

Description:

U.S. Citizenship only, no dual citizenship Secret Clearance not required for start. May need later on and manager would like candidate to have ability to obtain clearance **Possibility role can converted to direct hire

REQUIREMENTS

Expertise in DC to DC converter and other Power converter design and development.

Proficiency in power, analog, digital, and mixed signal circuit design and development Proficiency in simulation tools such as LT/PSpice, MATLAB/Simulink, or equivalent.

Proficiency with PCB design software like Altium Designer, Mentor Graphics, or equivalent.

Proficiency in the use of laboratory test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, electronic loads, etc.) for debugging and testing circuits.

Experience overseeing circuit board layout.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Leadership and mentorship of early career engineers.

Bachelors Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In this role, you will be instrumental in driving forward cutting‑edge electronics solutions for spacecraft power and electric propulsion systems, as well as for challenging environments across land, sea, air, and space. Our power systems range from tens of Watts to hundreds of kilowatts, incorporating a variety of power, low voltage analog, high voltage analog, mixed signal, and digital circuitry.

Your excellent communication skills, creativity, passion, and broad technical expertise will empower you to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, including electrical, mechanical, software, system, test, and program management. You will be involved in all phases of product development, from proposal and concept feasibility to design, testing, production, and follow‑on support.

Essential Functions:

Perform detailed circuit design and development including architecture, analysis, worst case analysis, simulation, and PCB layout oversight to convert your ideas into physical hardware.

Perform initial power up of new circuit board designs and perform detailed verification, integration, and troubleshooting to ensure designs are functioning as intended.

Support production activities to ensure successful delivery.

EDUCATION

Bachelors Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

BSEE, MSEE Preferred

SHIFT

9/80

You should be proficient in:

• Electrical Schematics
• PCB Assembly (Printed Circuit Board Assembly)
• PCB Components (Printed Circuit Board Components)
• CAD Software
• Electrical / Electronic Systems
• Equipment Installation & Wiring
• Avionics Systems