Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Lumicity; California; On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to spearhead the development of power and control systems for aerospace and satellite platforms. This pivotal role encompasses the entire engineering lifecycle, from initial architecture to final field deployment. The ideal candidate will leverage over a decade of experience in designing mission-critical electronics, ensuring high reliability and efficiency in challenging environments. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will apply industry standards for certification and design, making impactful contributions to cutting-edge aerospace technology.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electronics systems design.
• Expertise in power supplies and converter topologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead power electronics development from concept to production.
• Design high-efficiency power systems for aerospace applications.

Skills

Designing mission-critical electronics systems

Switched-mode power supplies

Mixed-signal circuitry

Python or C/C++ for hardware interfacing

Analytical and troubleshooting skills

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

A key client is looking to hire a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead the development of power and control systems for aerospace and satellite platforms. This role is central to the evolution of our product line and involves full-spectrum engineering, from architecture through to field deployment.

Salary

• 140,000-$160,000

Responsibilities

1. Lead the full lifecycle of power electronics development for aerospace and satellite applications—from concept through production.
2. Design and verify high-efficiency, high-reliability power systems optimized for harsh environments.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, RF, software) to ensure integrated system performance and compliance.
4. Apply industry standards (e.g., DO-254, MIL-STD-461) for certification and EMC design.
5. Oversee schematic capture, PCB layout, and custom magnetics specifications.
6. Perform hands-on lab testing, troubleshooting, and documentation throughout the development cycle.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience designing mission-critical electronics systems.
• Expert knowledge of switched-mode power supplies and converter topologies (e.g., Buck, Boost, Flyback, Full-Bridge).
• Practical experience with mixed-signal circuitry and microcontroller interfaces (I2C, SPI, ADC / DAC).
• Familiarity with Python or C / C++ for hardware interfacing and control scripting.
• Competent with Altium Designer or similar tools for schematic entry and board design.
• Demonstrated ability to make architectural tradeoffs for reliability, cost, and size.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in lab environments.