Senior Electrical Engineer
Job description
About the role
You will take end-to-end ownership of flight hardware and ground support power systems for next-generation supersonic and hypersonic aircraft. In this position you will develop electrical power architectures and components that define the energy backbone of high-speed vehicles. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional mechanical and electrical engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems into demanding aerodynamic platforms. You will mentor junior engineers and help establish engineering standards and tools that scale the rapid prototyping culture across the organization. This role bridges the gap between electrical and mechanical disciplines to solve complex technical challenges inherent to high-speed flight. You will work in a highly hands-on, fast-paced environment focused on iterative testing and rapid hardware development cycles. Your contributions will directly support the delivery of high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. This position advances hypersonic commercial transport by delivering reliable power electronics in demanding operational conditions.
Key facts
What you'll do
Perform detailed electrical schematics and layout for power distribution and conversion modules used in hypersonic test articles.
Conduct in-depth analysis of power quality, transient response, and electromagnetic compatibility for flight-critical systems.
Design and prototype custom cabling solutions that meet strict routing, shielding, and thermal constraints in aerospace platforms.
Execute comprehensive test plans for power hardware across environmental and electrical stress conditions in laboratory and field settings.
Develop and maintain engineering standards for simulation models, component libraries, and documentation practices across the power team.
Support rigorous design reviews and failure analysis investigations to resolve emerging electrical issues in flight hardware.
Collaborate with mechanical engineers to optimize enclosure layouts, thermal management, and vibration mitigation strategies.
Implement measurement and data acquisition strategies to capture high-speed electrical phenomena during system integration testing.
Lead the creation of test procedures that validate performance, reliability, and safety of power systems under mission conditions.
Mentor junior electrical engineers by providing technical guidance, code reviews, and hands-on training in best practices.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for test equipment, processes, and tooling to accelerate iteration cycles.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align power architecture decisions with vehicle-level requirements and schedules.
Contribute to the development and execution of qualification and verification testing protocols for regulatory and contractual compliance.
Help define long-term electrical roadmap that supports scalability, reusability, and manufacturability of hypersonic systems.
Requirements
Demonstrated experience designing power electronics, including DC-DC converters, inverters, or custom power modules.
Possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related technical field with a strong focus on power systems.
Show proficiency in simulation tools such as SPICE-based environments and electromagnetic analysis software relevant to aerospace applications.
Have hands-on experience with wiring and harness design following aerospace standards for reliability and safety.
Exhibit strong understanding of power distribution architectures, protection schemes, and grounding strategies for high-performance vehicles.
Demonstrate ability to interpret engineering schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications under tight deadlines.
Bring experience collaborating with mechanical engineers to resolve interface and integration challenges in hardware development.
Commit to maintaining meticulous documentation and version control for design artifacts and test results.
Nice to have
Experience with high-frequency switching topologies and power factor correction circuits in demanding environments.
Knowledge of digital power control techniques, including implementation on FPGAs or real-time processors.
Background with safety-critical systems and familiarity with DO-254 or DO-178C considerations is a strong advantage.
Understanding of hypersonic vehicle integration challenges, including thermal management and vibration effects on electrical systems.
Experience supporting rapid prototyping initiatives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven engineering organization.
Practical notes
This role is based in Los Angeles, California, and requires physical presence at the job site.
Employment in this role is full-time.
Travel requirements are not specified in the available source information.
No visa sponsorship information is provided in the available source material.
No application deadline is communicated in the available source information.