Power Electrical Engineer II - Mission Systems (Onsite)
Fort Wayne, INAll locationsFort Wayne, INUS-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-137 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 137Cedar Rapids, IA Hybrid
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About the role
Technologies team is seeking a driven, creative Power Electrical Engineer II to help shape the future of secure, high‑speed communication systems across ground, airborne, and space platforms. In this role, you’ll directly influence mission‑critical hardware powering advanced software-defined radios, high‑bandwidth data links, and resilient communication networks operating in some of the world’s toughest environments. You’ll join a collaborative team building state‑of‑the‑art power electronics—closed‑loop power supplies, EMI filters, high‑efficiency conversion stages—and guide designs from concept through qualification. This hands‑on role spans power conversion systems, magnetics, EMI mitigation, and PFC solutions, offering opportunities to innovate at every stage of the hardware lifecycle. As a Power Electrical Engineer II, you will apply a thorough understanding of power supply control schemes and power supply topologies (buck, boost, flyback, forward, resonant, PFC, etc.) to deliver high‑reliability aerospace hardware. You’ll work closely with cross‑functional partners and influence pursuits, design, integration, verification, and factory transition.
What you'll bring
- Hands-on design expertise with power supply topologies (buck, boost, flyback, forward, resonant, PFC, etc.).
- Strong understanding of power supply control schemes, including differences between peak current mode and voltage mode control, with the ability to design appropriate compensation, place poles/zeros, and evaluate converter stability.
- Experience in schematic capture and PCB design for power supplies.
- Ability to perform power electronics simulations.
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
- Experience across a range of power levels and switching frequencies in DC/DC and AC/DC power conversion.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Familiarity with digital control, complex topologies such as phase-shifted bridge or LLC, and designing protection features (over voltage, undervoltage, overcurrent, etc.).
- Experience selecting appropriate COTS magnetics.
- Familiarity with selecting and integrating key power components with consideration for thermal stress, derating, and overall thermal management.
- Active SECRET clearance or higher.
- Experience with using Siemens Xpedition Designer and Layout is preferred.