Senior Principal Engineer Electrical Power Systems - $20K Sign On Bonus

BAE Systems • Boulder, CO

105d • $130,355 - $221,603

About The Position

This position is for an experienced power systems engineer who can provide added value to the Electrical Power and Distribution Subsystem (EPDS) team for spacecraft programs throughout the company. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

Requirements

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 8 or more years related experience.
• A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• Minimum of 4 years direct experience in spacecraft electrical power subsystem engineering or electrical power test or electrical power operations.
• A desire to learn - our culture fosters intellectual curiosity.
• A solid technical foundation - people who flourish behave like owners.
• Effectiveness in small teams with broad responsibilities.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment.
• Solid communication and presentation skills.
• Capability to learn and apply tools to perform solar array, battery, power conversion, and distribution sizing, and performance analysis.

Nice To Haves

• Detailed knowledge relating to Lithium-ion batteries.
• Experience with solar arrays.
• Knowledge of power control and distribution.
• Experience with power conversion, regulation, and/or direct energy transfer architectures.
• Familiarity with charge control methods and power fault protection.
• Experience with power simulation tools (e.g., PSPICE, MATLAB, etc.).
• Experience with defining, developing and delivering space qualified hardware.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the EPDS department as part of your core team.
• Work together with colleagues on tackling complex and challenging tasks.
• Support spacecraft power system development at each phase of the program lifecycle.
• Own several different spacecraft power system roles as the need arises.
• Tasked as the lead Electrical Power Systems engineer working on unique and exciting spacecraft missions.
• Perform as the Responsible Engineer for EPDS components including spacecraft battery and/or solar array(s).
• Development of a new payload interface box.
• Provide power system sizing & schedule for new business proposals and opportunities.
• Oversee the procurement(s) of critical spacecraft components with subcontractors.
• Contribute toward advancements in power system architectures for new missions.
• Manage Independent Research and Development (IR&D) advancing new and innovative technological products and solutions.
• Represent the power systems team to the space vehicle program at all levels.
• Participate both broadly and deeply in power systems for our space missions.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department and the company.
• Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Legal plan.
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid military leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Recognition program for monetary or non-monetary awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree