Principal Consultant Electronics Engineer (Level 5)

Expleo; California (MO); On-site; USD 124,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay up to $150/hr

Comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays and PTO

Career development

Strong team culture

Job summary

Expleo is seeking a Principal Consultant Electronics Engineer (Level 5) to drive the design, development, and innovation of advanced aerospace electronic systems. You will lead design, validation, and optimization of power converters, motor drives, and controllers, while defining hardware strategies for AC/DC converters and control systems.

The role requires extensive experience in power electronics, circuit simulation (Altium/OrCAD/PSPICE), and MATLAB/Simulink, with hands-on PCB and system

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited or equivalent Electrical Engineering degree.
• Experience in aerospace/high-reliability industries.
• Expertise in power electronics design including DC-DC converters and motor drives.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and validation of advanced aerospace electronic systems including power converters, motor drives, and system controllers.
• Define hardware design strategies for AC/DC converters, variable frequency motor drives, and control systems.
• Analyze customer requirements and develop hardware requirements specifications and interface control documents.
• Perform circuit design, schematic capture, and simulation using tools such as Altium and OrCAD PSPICE.
• Develop control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink and perform system-level modeling.
• Lead magnetics design for EMI filters, inductors, and input/output filtering solutions.
• Conduct worst-case analysis, thermal analysis, component derating, and performance margin evaluations.
• Oversee PCB design, board bring-up, and functional validation at system and component levels.
• Develop and execute verification and validation plans, including DVTP and DVTR documentation.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards such as RTCA/DO-160 and DO-254.
• Lead technical problem-solving activities and drive innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
• Interface with internal teams, suppliers, and OEM customers to support product development and delivery.
• Review and approve engineering changes, ensuring technical integrity and compliance.
• Mentor engineers, lead design reviews, and contribute to engineering best practices and continuous improvement.

Skills

Power electronics design

System-level integration

Leadership

Mentoring teams

Education

Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Master’s in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

OrCAD

PSPICE

MATLAB/Simulink

PSIM

Job description

Overview

EXPLEO GROUP USA is seeking a Principal Consultant Electronics Engineer (Level 5) to drive the design, development, and innovation of advanced aerospace electronic systems

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and validation of advanced aerospace electronic systems including power converters, motor drives, and system controllers
• Define and execute hardware design strategies for AC/DC converters, variable frequency motor drives, and control systems
• Analyze customer requirements and develop hardware requirements specifications and interface control documents
• Perform circuit design, schematic capture, and simulation using tools such as Altium and OrCAD PSPICE
• Develop control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink and perform system-level modeling
• Lead magnetics design for EMI filters, inductors, and input/output filtering solutions
• Conduct worst-case analysis, thermal analysis, component derating, and performance margin evaluations
• Oversee PCB design, board bring-up, and functional validation at system and component levels
• Develop and execute verification and validation plans, including DVTP and DVTR documentation
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards such as RTCA/DO-160 and DO-254
• Lead technical problem-solving activities and drive innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges
• Interface with internal teams, suppliers, and OEM customers to support product development and delivery
• Review and approve engineering changes, ensuring technical integrity and compliance
• Mentor engineers, lead design reviews, and contribute to engineering best practices and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited or equivalent)
• 20+ years of electronics design experience (Bachelor’s), 15+ years (Master’s), or 10+ years (PhD) in aerospace or high-reliability industries
• Strong expertise in power electronics design, including DC-DC converters, active rectifiers, motor drives, and control systems
• Advanced experience with circuit simulation and design tools (Altium, OrCAD, PSPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, PSIM)
• Deep understanding of aerospace standards and compliance requirements (RTCA/DO-160, DO-254)
• Proven capability in analog and digital design, EMI/EMC considerations, and system-level integration
• Experience with communication protocols such as CAN, ARINC, SPI, and RS-232
• Hands-on laboratory experience with electronic test equipment and system validation
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring teams and leading technical projects
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to independently drive complex engineering solutions

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation – Up To $150 per hour. Please note that the compensation range displayed is a generalized range for pipelining purposes and may not reflect the final range for a specific role. Final compensation will be determined based on the role, skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market-based rates by geography
• Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Extensive Medical Plans, Dental, Vision, HSA with company contribution, company sponsored Life Insurance and Short / Long term disability insurance, a host of voluntary plans including legal, hospital, accident, pet wellness, and 401k with matching
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Career Development and Advancement – Expleo is a global company in 29 Countries worldwide with a high focus on development
• Strong Team Culture – Collaborate with experienced professionals who value precision, performance, and teamwork

Expleo is a trusted global partner for end-to-end engineering, quality, and consulting services. We support leading aerospace organizations in delivering innovative, safe, and high-performance products across the full lifecycle.

This position may require access to information subject to U.S. export‑control regulations (e.g., ITAR/EAR). Employment is contingent upon the ability to obtain such access. Under these regulations, access may be limited to “U.S. Persons,” including U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and individuals granted refugee or asylee status.

Expleo is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to non-discrimination in all stages of the recruitment process, ensuring fair and unbiased hiring practices. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.

Benefits