Power Electronics Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Power Electronics Engineer in Lanham, MD

Responsibilities of the Power Electronics Engineer include:

Design and Development: 

• Develop and refine power electronics systems including DC-DC converters, power distribution units, and battery management systems for LEO satellites. 
• Design and validate power regulation and control systems to ensure reliable performance under space conditions. 
• Produce and review detailed circuit schematics, PCB layouts, and perform simulations to verify design performance. 

Integration and Testing: 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate power electronics into satellite subsystems. 
• Execute ground-based and space-like environmental tests to validate power system performance and reliability. 
• Analyze test data to identify issues and implement design improvements. 

Optimization and Troubleshooting: 

• Optimize power systems for efficiency, reliability, and thermal management in the satellite environment. 
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to power electronics during design, testing, and operational phases. 

Documentation and Compliance: 

• Ensure designs comply with space mission standards and industry regulations. 
• Prepare and maintain documentation including design reports, test plans, and performance evaluations. 

Support and Collaboration: 

• Provide technical support for satellite assembly, integration, and testing phases. 
• Work closely with other engineers and stakeholders to address technical challenges and project requirements. 

Innovation and Continuous Improvement: 

• Stay updated on advancements in power electronics and satellite technology. 
• Contribute to the development of new techniques and technologies to enhance power system performance and reliability. 

Qualifications for the Power Electronics Engineer include:

·        Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, with emphasis on Power Electronics.

·        3-7 years of experience in power electronics design and development, with a focus on space or aerospace applications preferred.

·        Proficiency in designing power conversion circuits and systems. 

·        Experience with thermal management and high-reliability electronics for space environments. 

·        Familiarity with satellite power systems and space mission requirements. 

·        Proficient in simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink) and PCB design software (e.g., Altium, Cadence). 

Compensation for the Power Electronics Engineer include:

·        Salary: $100,000+ **Depending on Experience and Education Level**

·        Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays

This job opens for applications on 6/17/25. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

Keywords: power electronics, DC-DC converters, power distribution units, battery management systems, LEO satellites, power regulation, control systems, circuit schematics, PCB layout, circuit simulation, SPICE, MATLAB, Simulink, Altium, Cadence, satellite subsystems, environmental testing, thermal management, high-reliability electronics, aerospace applications, space electronics, power system optimization, fault diagnosis, technical troubleshooting, compliance standards, space mission requirements, design documentation, test plans, performance evaluation, satellite integration, cross-functional collaboration, continuous improvement, electrical engineering, power conversion, radiation-hardened design, space-grade components, system reliability, efficiency optimization, aerospace engineering, satellite power systems