Power Electronics Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions; Maryland; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer in Lanham, MD. This role involves designing and developing power electronics systems for LEO satellites, including converters and battery management systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in aerospace applications, extensive knowledge of power electronics design, and proficiency in relevant simulation tools. Comprehensive benefits are offered, and applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401K

PTO

Sick Leave

Holidays

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in power electronics design and development.
• Experience with thermal management and high-reliability electronics for space.
• Familiarity with satellite power systems and space mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop power electronics systems for LEO satellites including converters and battery management.
• Collaborate with teams to validate power systems through testing.
• Optimize power systems for efficiency and reliability.

Skills

Power Electronics

Thermal Management

Circuit Design

Technical Troubleshooting

Simulation Tools

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

Altium

Cadence

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutionsis 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’sin Electrical Engineering, withemphasis onPower 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