Specialist Pulsed Power Engineering

Fisica, Inc; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Fisica ATI, based in San Leandro, CA, develops cutting‑edge pulsed power systems and radiation sources for defense applications. We seek a pulsed power engineer to lead test campaigns, troubleshoot equipment, and collaborate with customers to meet testing requirements.

The role emphasizes hands‑on work with large machines and complex diagnostics. Ideal candidates have a strong experimental background, comfort with data analysis, and the ability to communicate results clearly.

Qualifications

• BS degree in electrical/mechanical engineering or physics.
• 4 years of experience (or 2 years with an MS).
• Hands-on lab work or engineering testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests on large pulsed power machines and radiation sources.
• Design and troubleshoot experiments and diagnostics.
• Develop, calibrate, or troubleshoot sensors and calorimeters.
• Run circuit simulations and compare with data.
• Prepare presentations and communicate results to team and customers.
• Collaborate with customers to define testing requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Lab testing

Data analysis

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

MS degree preferred

Tools

Oscilloscope

DAQ systems

Vacuum systems

Job description

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Full Time San Leandro, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1212

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $177,000.00 Annually

Title: Electrical Engineer (Pulsed Power)

Location: San Leandro, CA (This role is 100% onsite)

Business Unit: ATI

Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off.

Fisica, Inc. is a premier manufacturer of advanced defense products, specializing in the design and production of airborne and ground‑based antennas, as well as cutting‑edge electromagnetic systems and simulators. Headquartered in San Leandro, California, with additional operations in Simi Valley, Fisica plays a vital role as a trusted partner to leading defense primes and the U.S. Department of Defense.

Our company operates as - ATI, Randtron, Datron and Space Vector — each bringing deep expertise and innovation to the defense sector. Led by a seasoned management team, Fisica is committed to excellence in engineering, manufacturing, and mission‑critical solutions that enhance national security.

At Fisica, we foster a strong, collaborative work culture that values individual contributions and empowers our employees. Our commitment to innovation, integrity, and teamwork makes us a leader in the defense industry and an exceptional place to build a career.

Position Summary

Fisica ATI, based in San Leandro, CA, develops cutting‑edge pulsed power systems, x‑ray and EMP radiation sources, high‑voltage switches, & power‑conditioning components. These core technologies are applied to build systems for simulating radiation environments, such as space or a nuclear blast, to study how electronics, optics, and materials are affected by radiation. Our products also include systems for flash x‑ray imaging, electron beam generation, fusion, high power microwave (HPM) drone defeat, and non‑destructive evaluation. The largest pulsed power systems built here produce millions of amps at millions of volts, delivered within hundreds of nanoseconds. The smallest systems are based on semiconductor solid state switching components that are combined in a modular architecture to achieve compact pulsed power systems. Succeeding in these technically demanding applications requires a talented team of curious, self‑motivated, passionate scientists, designers, technicians, and engineers. Fisica conducts both R&D and manufacturing to serve a mix of government and commercial customers.

We are seeking a pulsed power engineer to join our team to lead test campaigns on our pulsed power systems and participate in development of new pulsed power and radiation source technologies. The ideal candidate enjoys hands‑on work on large machines, technical troubleshooting and problem solving, and working with colleagues and customers to achieve a successful test campaign. Come help our team develop, build, test, and run the next generation of pulsed power systems!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with a team to conduct tests on large pulsed power machines and radiation sources.
• Contribute to the design and execution of experiments, on real machines or in simulations.
• Tackle new and varied development problems where only general objectives are stated.
• Design and troubleshoot x‑ray, e‑beam, or RF radiation sources, or components of a pulsed power system such as switches or capacitor banks.
• Develop, troubleshoot, or calibrate diagnostics such as high voltage/current sensors or calorimeters.
• Run basic circuit simulations and compare results to experimental data.
• Apply scientific scrutiny to experimental & simulation results to interpret & draw conclusions.Communicate results of experiments or simulations to teammates and customers.
• Prepare presentations and/or scientific writing.
• Work with customers to understand testing requirements and how to achieve them.
• Contribute ideas for impactful advanced R&D projects to the team.
• Actively engage to ensure safety protocols are followed and take required safety training.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS degree or higher in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or related field.
• 4 years of experience (or 2 years with an MS degree).
• Highly skilled at experimental lab work or working on engines or electronics.
• Comfortable using basic tools and reading engineering drawings to assemble or troubleshoot equipment.
• Experienced in troubleshooting equipment such as vacuum systems, gas systems, data acquisition systems, or electrical systems.
• Comfortable with data analysis of physical time series data.
• Enjoy figuring out how things work, taking things apart and putting back together.
• Ideal candidates would have a working knowledge of pulsed power or x‑ray radiation sources.
• Driven by technical curiosity and an eagerness to learn, self‑driven to iterate quickly.
• Excellent communication in oral and written technical English.
• Detail oriented and observant of details that could impact experimental outcomes.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a future Security Clearance is required for the role. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship.

Why Join Fisica, Inc.

• Competitive salary and benefits package!
• Generous paid time off.
• 401k with 6% match and vesting is immediate.
• Strong work‑life balance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $95,000 - $177,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Fisica Inc. also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, and schedule type.

EEO Statement

Fisica is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fisica is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. Fisica maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Applicants with disabilities may contact Fisica Human Resources via e‑mail, to request and arrange for an accommodation. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.