Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer I

Voyager Technologies • Pittsburgh, PA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer I for Voyager Lunar Systems performs avionics and power system analysis for spacecraft missions to assess design margin, risk, and system compatibility. The role reports to the Electronic Systems Manager and is part of Voyager Lunar Systems. It is a hybrid position based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The position may be eligible for a lump-sum bonus upon hire. Travel of up to 10%, including possible overnight trips, may be required to launch sites, customer facilities, and NASA or government centers.

Requirements

• 4–7 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 the necessary tools or methodology and synthesizing results into higher-level conclusions.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or 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 any required export authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with solar photovoltaic and lithium-ion battery technology.
• Experience with power budgeting processes 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 the 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 engineers from other disciplines to assess design progress, schedule, and risks throughout the systems engineering development cycle.
• Provide real-time operational support from the mission control center.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Comprehensive 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 access to more than 12,700 nationwide options.
• 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.
• Position may be eligible for a lump-sum bonus upon hire.

What This Job Offers

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