Power Systems Engineer

Position: Power Systems Engineer

Location: Broomfield CO

Position Type: Fulltime

Mission: High Frontier High Frontier Design Integrate Test and Deploy Spacecraft Avionics Subsystems

Were Karman a lean and ambitious space startup with a mission to push the boundaries of inspace capabilities. Our High Frontier mission requires a sophisticated avionics system to monitor control and power the spacecrafts critical systems. If youre an experienced electrical engineer with a passion for space and handson expertise in spacecraft electronics this role offers the chance to take ownership of key avionics subsystems and contribute directly to a groundbreaking mission.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

As an Electrical Power System Engineer youll have endtoend responsibility for the electrical power system on the High Frontier mission. This critical subsystem integrates power from multikilowatt solar arrays manages battery charging oversees loadswitching and implements fault detection isolation and recovery mechanisms. The role includes the design integration testing and deployment of subsystem components like the Power Conditioning and Control Unit (PCDU) batteries and solar panels. Youll work closely with other engineering teams and vendors to ensure that all components meet mission requirements and perform reliably in the harsh environment of space.

This is an individual contributor role focused on technical expertise and subsystem ownership. If you thrive on solving complex electrical challenges are comfortable making autonomous technical decisions and have a handson approach to engineering wed love to talk to you.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the design development integration testing and deployment of specific power subsystems including the PCDU batteries and solar panels.
• Own every phase of the lifecycle for your assigned subsystemfrom initial concept through testing flight readiness and postdeployment support ensuring reliability and performance in space conditions.
• Make independent engineering decisions on subsystem architecture hardware interfaces component specifications and design tradeoffs to meet mission requirements within schedule and budget constraints.
• Work closely with other teams (e.g. systems engineering software mechanical) and departments (e.g. test manufacturing procurement) to integrate avionics components seamlessly with the broader spacecraft system.
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to source and evaluate components for the power subsystem ensuring they meet mission specifications and integration requirements. Support the procurement team in managing delivery schedules and resolving supply chain issues.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of power subsystems including unit tests integration tests and hardwareintheloop (HIL) testing. Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware or software issues as they arise.
• Identify assess and mitigate risks related to the power subsystem including reliability performance and schedule risks. Ensure all components meet regulatory operational and quality standards.

What You Bring

• Experience in electrical engineering with handson experience in spacecraft or aerospace electrical power systems
• Problemsolving skillsyoure comfortable working handson with circuit boards debugging hardware issues and testing your designs to ensure reliability.
• Proficiency in specifying components creating schematics PCB layout and conducting board bringup and testing.
• Familiarity with project management tools and the ability to track and prioritize tasks to meet project timelines and milestones.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex avionics challenges to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Experience working with solar panels batteries and battery management systems
• Experience designing systems with higher voltage levels 100V) and high power output 5kW)

Requirements

• Foundational experience in avionics or electronics engineering for spacecraft applications.
• BS or MS in engineering aerospace engineering or related technical field.

Additional Information

We Offer

Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $130000.00 $180000.00 annually in this location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amount listed above.

Top Benefits & Perks

As a member of the Karman team youll enjoy an impressive benefits package:

• Equity Incentives Participate in our shared success.
• Medical Dental and Vision Plans for top tier plans with additional buyup plan options.
• Shortterm Disability and Longterm Disability covered by Karman
• Basic Life Insurance covered by Karman
• 401k plan
• Unlimited Paid Time Off We focus on what you get done not how many hours or days you work.

Location & Work Environment

This position is fulltime inperson at our offices & lab in Broomfield CO. If you reside in locations outside of daily commuting distance you will be considered however no relocation or travel assistance will be provided by Karman for this position. This position operates in an office environment. This entails working inside in an office space wherein you may be provided with a public work station (cubicle) or private offices. In the performance of the duties and responsibilities of this job you will be required to view a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time.

Travel

Occasional travel to work site locations may be expected. Overnight stays may be required from time to time for training seminars conferences meetings events or visits to onsite locations.

Disclaimer

This job posting is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required. Karman reserves the right to change or assign additional duties responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.

Hiring Practices

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