Senior Power Electronics Engineer – Pulsed Power & Directed Energy

SCIENTIFIC APPLICATIONS & RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, INC. (SARA); Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

ESOP

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

SCIENTIFIC APPLICATIONS & RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, INC. (SARA) is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO to advance high-power switching, pulsed power, and directed energy systems for DoD/DoE programs. You will collaborate with engineers, physicists, and technicians on lifecycle stages from concept to operation.

The role requires deep technical pedigree, leadership, and strong communication skills in a fast-paced team. Moderate travel and DoD eligibility are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant field.
• 10–12 years of experience in Power Electronics and related high-power systems.
• Experience with data acquisition equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, analyzers).
• Proficiency in data processing software: Excel, MATLAB, Python, Origin.
• Experience with circuit design/layout tools: DipTrace, P-SPICE, LTSPICE, PLECS, PSim.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; US citizen for DoD clearance.
• Ability to stand, lift up to 50 pounds; indoor, well-lit environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and analyze high-power solid-state switching systems and protection circuits.
• Run SPICE, thermodynamic, and EM models of complex switching systems.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and project documentation.
• Support Applied Research, Pulsed Power, and Directed Energy programs.
• Assist field tests and travel as needed; contribute to multidisciplinary teams.
• Apply critical thinking, problem solving, and leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Power Electronics

Pulsed Power

High Voltage

Data analysis

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree or PhD preferred

Tools

Excel

MATLAB

Python

Origin

DipTrace

P-SPICE

LTSPICE

PLECS

PSim

COMSOL Multiphysics

Job description

SCIENTIFIC APPLICATIONS & RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, INC. (SARA) is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO to advance high-power switching, pulsed power, and directed energy systems for DoD/DoE programs. You will collaborate with engineers, physicists, and technicians on lifecycle stages from concept to operation.

The role requires deep technical pedigree, leadership, and strong communication skills in a fast-paced team. Moderate travel and DoD eligibility are expected.