Electromagnetic / Electric Motor Design Engineer

Rocket Lab; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Auriga Space seeks an Electromagnetic / Electric Motor Design Engineer to enhance advanced space technologies. This role involves designing electric motors and systems, collaborating across teams, and driving projects from concept to execution, offering a rewarding opportunity to impact the aerospace industry significantly.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits

Stock options

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electromagnetic engineering focused on electric motor design.
• Strong understanding of motor drive topologies and control strategies.
• Proficiency in electromagnetic simulation software required.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize electromagnetic systems.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate systems into platforms.
• Provide guidance to resolve complex engineering challenges.

Skills

Electromagnetic engineering

Electric motor design

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related field

Tools

COMSOL

ANSYS Maxwell

Altair Flux

JMag

Job description

This is the opportunity of a lifetime. Auriga Space is revolutionizing space access by developing electromagnetic space launch systems that offer significant advantages in launch cost, reliability, frequency, and responsiveness compared to traditional rockets.

We are looking for an Electromagnetic / Electric Motor Design Engineer to play a crucial role in developing critical technology for the company. This individual will contribute to the design and implementation of electric motors, actuators and other electromagnetic systems for advanced space technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Design, analyze, and optimize electromagnetic systems.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate electromagnetic systems into the overall platform.
• Drive projects through their life cycle from requirements generation, concept development, detailed design, manufacturing, and finally testing and commissioning of hardware.
• Provide technical guidance and expertise to resolve complex electromagnetic engineering challenges and contribute to critical decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in electromagnetic engineering with a focus on Electric motor/generator design and development.
• Excellent understanding of modern motor drive, topologies and control strategies.
• Proficiency in a 2D/3D electromagnetic simulation software (e.g., COMSOL, JMag, ANSYS Maxwell, Altair Flux).
• Thorough understanding of electric motor theory, design principles, modeling techniques, and analysis.
• Good understanding of motor control theory and algorithms.
• Familiarity with single and multi-objective optimization techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Proactive self-starter, capable of multitasking and moving at a quick pace in a startup environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Why Join Us:

Make a significant impact in an early-stage company, and play a significant role in setting the technical direction of the company. Be a critical and early team member in a growing space industry. Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits and stock options package. Collaborative work environment that values diversity, creativity, and excellence. Opportunity for career growth and influence in a rapidly growing aerospace company.

ITAR Requirements:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More details on ITAR are available on the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls website.

Auriga provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Auriga, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.