*SECRET CLEARANCE* Electrical Engineer Level 4

Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer - Level 4 in Los Angeles, CA. This role involves designing and developing cutting-edge electronics solutions for spacecraft systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams on all phases of product development.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with circuit design and components, be proficient in various simulation tools, and possess strong problem-solving skills. U.S. Citizenship and secret clearance eligibility required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed circuit design and development including architecture and analysis.
• Support production activities to ensure successful delivery.
• Perform initial power-up of new circuit board designs.

Skills

Expertise in DC-to-DC converter design

Proficiency in power, analog, and digital circuit design

Proficiency in simulation tools (LT-PSpice, MATLAB)

Proficiency with PCB design software (Altium, Mentor Graphics)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree with 6 years experience

Graduate Degree with 4 years experience

10 years related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

LT-PSpice

MATLAB/Simulink

Altium Designer

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Level 4

U.S. Citizenship only, no dual citizenship
Must be able to obtain secret clearance
Pay rate: $70.00 - $90.00 (based on education and experience).

25% travel

Education

• Bachelor’s 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.

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead (Level 4) Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. 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 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.

Skills

• 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.