Principal Electrical Engineer, Power Systems (R3337)

Job Description:

As a Principal Electrical Power Systems Engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping the next generation of aircraft power systems. You will be responsible for architecting, designing, and deploying a robust, high-reliability power system that meets the unique demands of our aircraft. This includes overseeing the development of an uninterruptible power system with a high-capacity battery, conducting make-vs-buy trade studies, and collaborating with third-party vendors to qualify subsystems. You will lead a team of engineers, drive cross-functional collaboration, and ensure system performance through rigorous testing and validation. Your expertise in power system design for large aircraft, combined with a deep understanding of industry standards and best practices, will be essential in delivering a state-of-the-art solution that meets both operational and environmental challenges.

What you'll do:

• Define and execute the vision of our next generation aircraft power system from concept to production
• Design, develop, and integrate state-of-the-art high-power systems tailored for optimal performance and reliability in harsh environments
• Design an uninterruptible power system with a high-capacity battery
• Make vs. buy trade studies. Select, test, and integrate modules for use in the aircraft
• Engage with 3rd party engineering and vendors as necessary to qualify subsystems and/or guide custom development efforts.
• Ensure system performance and reliability is met through rigorous verification
• Debug complex problems related to the electrical design, environmental, manufacturing, etc.
• Lead multiple engineers dedicated to the power system design
• Drive a cross-functional team to execute the top-level architecture
• Develop bench test setups and HIL infrastructure
• Provide mentorship, design review, and program execution leadership
• Work in a fast-paced environment

Required qualifications:

• Power system design experience on large aircraft, such as Group 4 or Group 5
• Understanding of relevant avionics design standards for UAVs such as DO and MIL-STD
• 10+ years relevant experience
• Proficient with electrical engineering development tools, simulation, and test equipment
• Experience leading key aspects of product design and execution
• Strong technical fundamentals and analysis