Electrical Power Systems Engineer II

Voyager Technologies, Inc. • Pittsburgh, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Electrical Power Systems Engineer II for Voyager Lunar Systems performs avionics and power system analysis for spacecraft missions to assess design margin, risk, and system compatibility. The position is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, follows a hybrid work arrangement, and reports to the Electronic Systems Manager.

The engineer performs power and avionics design and analysis for mission concepts, develops trade studies, supports component specifications and system-level requirements, and assists with spacecraft power component testing and system integration. The role also coordinates with technical partners, vendors, and engineers in other disciplines throughout the systems engineering development cycle, and provides real-time operational support from a mission control center.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of professional experience in power systems development for mission-critical, aerospace, defense, or another high-reliability industry.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out complicated analysis tasks, including developing necessary tools or methodology and synthesizing results into higher-level conclusions.
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, a similar related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined in the posting and eligible to obtain required export authorizations.
• Ability to travel up to 10%, including possible overnight trips, domestically and internationally.
• Ability to lift, move, or carry items or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with solar photovoltaic and lithium-ion battery technology.
• Experience with power budgeting and system-level energy balance analysis.
• Familiarity with surface charging related to space environments.
• Experience using SPICE for circuit analysis or modeling and familiarity with power electronics.
• Hands-on experience working with electronics and lab equipment.
• Familiarity with power system telemetry measurement and processing.
• Experience with the FMEA process and interfacing with software teams to develop system FDIR.
• Ability to build analytical tools using Microsoft VBA and MATLAB.
• Knowledge of spacecraft environmental tests.
• Knowledge of Range Safety and Ground Safety compliance.
• Familiarity with NASA-STD-4001, NASA-STD-4003, and MIL-STD-461.

Responsibilities

• Perform power and avionics design and analysis for mission concepts, right-sizing power architecture to meet end-to-end mission objectives and requirements.
• Develop and perform trade studies to support technical, business, and programmatic actions and decision-making.
• Support development of component specifications and system-level requirements.
• Support spacecraft power component testing and system integration.
• Coordinate with technical partners, vendors, and peer engineers from other disciplines to assess design progress, schedule, and risks throughout the systems engineering development cycle.
• Provide real-time operational support from a mission control center.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with more than 12,700 nationwide options and free on-demand workout videos before enrollment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%.
• Company wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• Opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level