Power Electronics Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer to develop and optimize power electronics systems for LEO satellites. The successful candidate will design DC-DC converters and work on power distribution units, ensuring reliable performance in challenging environments. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, alongside opportunities for professional growth and innovation in the aerospace industry.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

401K

PTO

Sick Leave as required by law

Holidays

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in power electronics design and development.
• Proficient in designing power conversion circuits and systems.
• Familiarity with satellite power systems and space mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate power regulation and control systems for LEO satellites.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate power electronics into satellite subsystems.
• Optimize power systems for efficiency, reliability, and thermal management.

Skills

Power Electronics

Thermal Management

Circuit Design

System Optimization

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPICE

MATLAB

Altium

Cadence

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Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer in Lanham, MD

Responsibilities of the Power Electronics Engineer include:

Design and Development:

• Develop and refine power electronics systems including DC-DC converters, power distribution units, and battery management systems for LEO satellites.
• Design and validate power regulation and control systems to ensure reliable performance under space conditions.
• Produce and review detailed circuit schematics, PCB layouts, and perform simulations to verify design performance.
  
  

Integration and Testing:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate power electronics into satellite subsystems.
• Execute ground-based and space-like environmental tests to validate power system performance and reliability.
• Analyze test data to identify issues and implement design improvements.
  
  

Optimization and Troubleshooting:

• Optimize power systems for efficiency, reliability, and thermal management in the satellite environment.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to power electronics during design, testing, and operational phases.
  
  

Documentation and Compliance:

• Ensure designs comply with space mission standards and industry regulations.
• Prepare and maintain documentation including design reports, test plans, and performance evaluations.
  
  

Support and Collaboration:

• Provide technical support for satellite assembly, integration, and testing phases.
• Work closely with other engineers and stakeholders to address technical challenges and project requirements.
  
  

Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on advancements in power electronics and satellite technology.
• Contribute to the development of new techniques and technologies to enhance power system performance and reliability.
  
  

Qualifications for the Power Electronics Engineer include:

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, with emphasis on Power Electronics.
• 3-7 years of experience in power electronics design and development, with a focus on space or aerospace applications preferred.
• Proficiency in designing power conversion circuits and systems.
• Experience with thermal management and high-reliability electronics for space environments.
• Familiarity with satellite power systems and space mission requirements.
• Proficient in simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink) and PCB design software (e.g., Altium, Cadence).
  
  

Compensation for the Power Electronics Engineer include:

• Salary: $100,000+ **Depending on Experience and Education Level**
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays
  
  

This job opens for applications on 6/17/25. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

Keywords: power electronics, DC-DC converters, power distribution units, battery management systems, LEO satellites, power regulation, control systems, circuit schematics, PCB layout, circuit simulation, SPICE, MATLAB, Simulink, Altium, Cadence, satellite subsystems, environmental testing, thermal management, high-reliability electronics, aerospace applications, space electronics, power system optimization, fault diagnosis, technical troubleshooting, compliance standards, space mission requirements, design documentation, test plans, performance evaluation, satellite integration, cross-functional collaboration, continuous improvement, electrical engineering, power conversion, radiation-hardened design, space-grade components, system reliability, efficiency optimization, aerospace engineering, satellite power systems

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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