Sr. Electrical Engineer – Power ElectronicsMotor Control Systems

Los Angeles County, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with expertise in Power Electronics and Motor Control Systems to lead the design analysis and validation of electronic control assemblies for Brushless DC and induction motors. This role is critical to the advancement of next-generation aircraft cargo handling and actuation systems within our Aerospace programs.

What you will be doing:

Technical lead for electronic circuit development working cross-functionally with systems engineering mechanical design embedded software manufacturing and external certification to deliver compliant robust and manufacturable solutions
Lead development of electronic system architectures and detailed circuit designs in accordance with customer requirements RTCA/DO-160 MIL-STD and internal design standards
Generate and maintain system specifications detailed schematics design analyses and circuit justification reports to support design reviews compliance audits and airworthiness certification
Develop and execute qualification functional and environmental test plans to verify design integrity and compliance
Perform hardware/software integration functional verification and troubleshooting across prototype and production configurations
Design for both low- and high-voltage aerospace applications including 28 VDC 270 VDC and 115V400Hz AC systems
Apply deep knowledge of power stage design gate drivers protection circuitry and motor control theory including sensorless and Hall-effect-based commutation strategies
Support thermal management and packaging solutions to meet harsh environmental conditions and mission duration requirements
Utilize electronic design tools: Altium Designer PSPICE and MATLAB/Simulink for schematic capture simulation and analysis
Collaborate with embedded software developers and system engineers to define control interfaces communication protocols (CAN bus RS-485) and diagnostics
Ensure compliance with IPC-A-610 Class 3 and other aerospace quality and workmanship standards
Participate in formal design reviews configuration control processes and risk assessments in accordance with AS9100

What you need to qualify:

10 years hands-on electronics design and validation ideally within an AS9100 environment
Bachelors Degree Electrical Engineering (emphasis on Power Electronics preferred); Masters Degree with defense/aerospace experience a plus
Expertise in motor drive design including control of BLDC and/or induction motors for aerospace or defense application
Proven experience supporting product certification compliance testing and technical documentation in regulated industries
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to lead root cause investigations and implement effective corrective actions
Proficiency with PSPICE Altium Designer MATLAB LabVIEW or equivalent tools
Familiarity with embedded firmware (C/C) and DSP/FPGA integration is preferred
Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation strategies and aerospace standards (DO-160 MIL-STD)
Willingness to travel occasionally to support program reviews testing and supplier integration activities
Demonstrated accountability ownership of schedules and strong attention to detail in documentation.

Whats in it for you:

Competitive salary
Excellent benefits
Matching 401k plan
Tuition reimbursement
Work for an established and growing company with an entrepreneurial spirit!

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with expertise in Power Electronics and Motor Control Systems to lead the design analysis and validation of electronic control assemblies for Brushless DC and induction motors. This role is critical to the advancement of next-generati...

Position Summary

Technical lead for electronic circuit development working cross-functionally with systems engineering mechanical design embedded software manufacturing and external certification to deliver compliant robust and manufacturable solutions
Lead development of electronic system architectures and detailed circuit designs in accordance with customer requirements RTCA/DO-160 MIL-STD and internal design standards
Generate and maintain system specifications detailed schematics design analyses and circuit justification reports to support design reviews compliance audits and airworthiness certification
Develop and execute qualification functional and environmental test plans to verify design integrity and compliance
Perform hardware/software integration functional verification and troubleshooting across prototype and production configurations
Design for both low- and high-voltage aerospace applications including 28 VDC 270 VDC and 115V400Hz AC systems
Apply deep knowledge of power stage design gate drivers protection circuitry and motor control theory including sensorless and Hall-effect-based commutation strategies
Support thermal management and packaging solutions to meet harsh environmental conditions and mission duration requirements
Utilize electronic design tools: Altium Designer PSPICE and MATLAB/Simulink for schematic capture simulation and analysis
Collaborate with embedded software developers and system engineers to define control interfaces communication protocols (CAN bus RS-485) and diagnostics
Ensure compliance with IPC-A-610 Class 3 and other aerospace quality and workmanship standards
Participate in formal design reviews configuration control processes and risk assessments in accordance with AS9100

What you need to qualify:

10 years hands-on electronics design and validation ideally within an AS9100 environment
Bachelors Degree Electrical Engineering (emphasis on Power Electronics preferred); Masters Degree with defense/aerospace experience a plus
Expertise in motor drive design including control of BLDC and/or induction motors for aerospace or defense application
Proven experience supporting product certification compliance testing and technical documentation in regulated industries
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to lead root cause investigations and implement effective corrective actions
Proficiency with PSPICE Altium Designer MATLAB LabVIEW or equivalent tools
Familiarity with embedded firmware (C/C) and DSP/FPGA integration is preferred
Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation strategies and aerospace standards (DO-160 MIL-STD)
Willingness to travel occasionally to support program reviews testing and supplier integration activities
Demonstrated accountability ownership of schedules and strong attention to detail in documentation.

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