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Description

We seek a Sr. Electrical Engineer specializing in brushless DC (BLDC) motor controller design for aerospace applications. This role advances company capabilities by developing new products and improving the value of current products, with a strong focus on compliance, reliability, and airworthiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Lead for electronic circuit development, working cross-functionally with systems engineering and mechanical engineering teams
• Design, model, and develop motor control systems for electrically operated aerospace pumping systems, including both low- and high-voltage applications (28 VDC, 270 VDC, 115V–400Hz AC)
• Develop electronic system architectures and detailed circuit designs in accordance with customer requirements and aerospace standards (RTCA/DO-160, DO-254, MIL-STD-461, AS9100, IPC-A-610 Class 3)
• Lead formal design reviews, configuration control processes, and risk assessments to ensure compliance and airworthiness
• Develop and execute qualification, functional, and environmental test plans to verify design integrity and regulatory compliance
• Apply motor control theory, including Hall-effect commutation strategies, gate driver design, and protection circuitry
• Utilize electronic design tools: Altium Designer, LT Spice, MATLAB/Simulink, PSPICE for schematic capture, simulation, and analysis
• Troubleshoot and validate motor control system requirements, diagnose deficiencies, and implement corrective actions
• Draft and release specifications for suppliers, manage sub-tier suppliers, and oversee PCBA manufacturing processes for compliance
• Document and communicate technical findings, test procedures, and results in accordance with aerospace standards
• Participate in product certification, compliance audits, and support airworthiness documentation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 6+ years
• Extensive experience in BLDC motor control systems, power electronics, and aerospace product development
• Demonstrated experience with motor controller design and system integration
• Proven track record in product development, compliance testing, and formal design reviews in regulated aerospace environments
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Deep theoretical and practical knowledge of AC and DC motors, power stage design, gate drivers, and protection circuitry
• Proficiency in electronic design and simulation tools (Altium, LT Spice, MATLAB/Simulink, PSPICE)
• Experience with PCBA manufacturing, supplier management, and compliance with IPC-A-610 Class 3
• Strong teamwork, leadership, and technical troubleshooting skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication; adept at technical documentation and reporting
• Background in aerospace engineering and thermal control systems preferred
• ​​​​Position is subject to ITAR restrictions

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Office and laboratory environment. Ability to sit, concentrate, and operate standard office and lab equipment for extended periods.

Tools Used:

• Personal computer and software (Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, Altium, LT Spice, MATLAB/Simulink, PSPICE).
• Standard office and laboratory equipment.

Benefits

What's in it for you:

• Competitive Compensation & Holiday Pay
• Great Health Benefits, and 401(k) plans
• Paid Time Off per year