Senior Electrical/Test Engineer
Louisville, CO
Full Time
Experienced
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer or Senior Test Engineer to join our aerospace engineering team. This role will focus on high-voltage testing, high-voltage circuit design, power electronics, and analog circuit design for cutting-edge aerospace applications. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in the electrical engineering field, with a proven track record in aerospace, power systems, and high-performance electronics.
The Senior Electrical Engineer will play a key role in designing, testing, and optimizing electrical systems to meet the rigorous demands of aerospace projects and ensure safety, performance, and reliability.
Responsibilities
- High Voltage Testing & Validation: Conduct rigorous high-voltage testing to validate circuit performance, reliability, and safety. Troubleshoot and resolve issues during testing phases.
- High Voltage Circuit Design: Lead the design and development of high-voltage circuits for aerospace applications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety protocols.
- Power Electronics: Design and implement power electronics systems, including power conversion, regulation, and distribution, ensuring high efficiency and reliability under demanding aerospace conditions.
- Analog Circuit Design: Develop and optimize analog circuits, including signal processing, amplifiers, and sensors, for aerospace systems.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software engineers, and system engineers, to integrate electrical components into complex aerospace systems.
- Documentation & Reporting: Prepare detailed technical documentation, including circuit diagrams, specifications, testing protocols, and reports. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, sharing expertise in high-voltage systems, circuit design, and aerospace technologies.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies. Propose innovative solutions to improve system performance, efficiency, and safety.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, related field, or equivalent.
- 10+ years of professional experience in electrical engineering, with a strong focus on high-voltage circuit design, power electronics, and analog circuit design in the aerospace or defense industry.
- Extensive experience with high-voltage circuit design and testing.
- In-depth knowledge of power electronics, including converters, inverters, and power supplies.
- Proficient in analog circuit design, including signal conditioning, amplifiers, and filters.
- Experience with PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence, or equivalent – Altium Designer is Preferred) and familiarity with high-voltage, power conversion, high-speed, and high-frequency design considerations.
- Hands-on experience with simulation tools (e.g., PSpice, LTSPICE, MATLAB) and circuit design software.
- Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and regulations, particularly in high-voltage environments. Experience with embedded systems and firmware integration.
- Knowledge of aerospace-specific standards (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD-461).
- Familiarity with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and radiation testing for aerospace applications.
- Experience with the design and testing of power systems for space or high-altitude aircraft.
Compensation
- The anticipated compensation for this position is $135,000-$175,000/yr, depending on previous experience.
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