Propulsion Controls Engineer - Power Electronics Job at Archer Aviation (San Jose)

Staff Electronics Engineer- Propulsion Controller

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

170800.00 - 225600.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience
8+ years experience in complex electronics and control system design
Proven expertise in architecting microcontroller-based control systems from concept to production
Deep knowledge of low-voltage power design, analog signal conditioning, and communication protocols including CAN and Ethernet
Experience designing fault-tolerant, redundant electronics for safety-critical applications
Strong understanding of PCBA design for EMC/EMI mitigation, signal integrity, and thermal management
Demonstrated technical leadership and ability to mentor engineering teams

Job Responsibility

Own the technical roadmap and architecture for engine and generator controller boards from concept through flight certification
Drive microcontroller selection, processing architecture, and memory management to meet real-time performance and safety requirements
Design low-voltage power distribution trees, precision analog signal conditioning circuits, and sensor interfaces for temperature, current, voltage, position, and vibration sensing in harsh environments
Architect and validate multi-protocol communication systems including CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, and UART for integration with aircraft subsystems
Develop fault detection, isolation, and recovery logic in hardware to ensure fail-safe operation and meet functional safety requirements
Serve as technical authority for controller design, leading design reviews, mentoring engineers, and ensuring best practices for reliability and manufacturability
Collaborate with firmware, power electronics, mechanical, systems, and safety teams to integrate controllers into the propulsion system
Develop and execute validation plans using simulation and testing to meet performance, EMC, and certification requirements

Fulltime

Wireless Power Electronics Engineer

At NewOrbit Space, our mission is to engineer the lowest orbiting satellites on ...

Location

United Kingdom , Reading

Salary:

Not provided

NewOrbit Space

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field
At least 3 years of experience in power electronics design (including academic research, e.g., PhD)
Strong fundamental knowledge of analogue and digital circuits
Proficiency in tools such as CST/Maxwell/COMSOL, LTSpice, TINA-TI, MATLAB/Simulink
Experience with multiple converter topologies (DC/DC, class E and class D inverters)
EMI/EMC compliance, control theory, and closed-loop feedback systems
Control architectures, algorithms, and power control for converters and drives
Reliability analysis, including stress analysis and FMECA (Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis)

Job Responsibility

Design and prototype advanced power electronics circuits and PCB layouts
Develop DC-DC and DC-AC converters, power conditioners, and other power supplies for inductively coupled plasma sources
Conduct modelling, control design, and stability analysis for power electronic converters
Test and validate power converters against simulations, considering EMI/EMC, reliability, and efficiency
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to integrate power electronics into various satellite subsystems

What we offer

Equity and Competitive Salary
Comprehensive Benefits Package – Including private health insurance with dental and optical coverage, annual healthcare check-ups etc
Hybrid Work - A hybrid setup with one dedicated remote day per week
Relocation package and visa sponsorship if joining from abroad

Fulltime

New

Senior Hardware Engineer- Propulsion Controller

To achieve our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Cong...

Location

United States , Milford

Salary:

Not provided

General Motors

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelors degree (or higher) in Electrical, Computer Engineering or equivalent
5+ years of experience in electronic hardware design, with a strong focus on propulsion controller hardware design and automotive hardware electronics design
Experience in designing propulsion controller hardware and components, such as SoCs, MCUs, Ethernet Switches, PHY, CAN, power supply design, etc
Strong proficiency in circuit design, schematic creation, PCB layout, signal integrity and power integrity, and power management
Experience in design & analysis tools like: Mentor Graphics (schematic & layout), Ansys (signal integrity), Simplis (power integrity), Altair (EMC), Mathcad, PSpice & Saber
Proven ability of successfully launching build-to-print hardware into production
In-depth knowledge of requirements engineering process (FMEA, Preliminary Hazard Analyses)
In-depth knowledge of verification and validation processes
In-depth knowledge of embedded software development, testing and associated tools
Understanding of hardware design and failure mode

Job Responsibility

Design of propulsion controller electrical hardware: from schematic capture, worst case analysis, PCB layout, bring-up, debug, signal integrity and power integrity (SI/PI), design verification test (environmental and EMC), to manufacturing support and production launch
Design and development of the propulsion controller hardware (from concept design to launch) while meeting cost, timing, quality, and safety targets
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as software, mechanical, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration of the electrical design of the propulsion controller hardware
Work closely with contract manufacturing partners to ensure successful product build, from prototype through to mass production, while maintaining quality, cost, and timing targets
Electrical schematic design and PCB layout
Support new IC design/development strategic to new propulsion controller designs and architectures
Perform/support detailed hardware analysis – worst case analysis, thermal analysis, signal integrity, power integrity, etc
Execute bring-up of hardware design from power supplies, SoCs, MCUs, network devices, solenoid/valve control, instrumentation, etc
Lead design for manufacturing (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and design for testing (DFT)
Drive the validation and testing of hardware components and systems, ensuring high levels of reliability and performance

What we offer

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

Fulltime

Mechanical Design Engineer, Electric Propulsion

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

172000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree
4+ years of relevant Mechanical Design experience
Demonstrated ability designing a high voltage electronic assembly from a blank sheet to production
Strong mechanical design analytical skill in structural analysis, fluids, thermals, heat transfer, materials, etc.
Strong 3D design experience and skill, preferably with NX
Solid understanding of electrical design fundamentals
Basic Matlab or Python skill
Familiarity with thermal and structural finite element analysis methods and tools (STAR CCM, ANSYS, ICEPACK, COMSOL)
Experience with GD&T, design for reliability, and design for manufacturing
Experience with product life management systems, including BOMs and engineering change orders

Job Responsibility

Lead mechanical design of high power electrical assemblies like DCDC converters, chargers, and motor controllers from a blank sheet to complete design
Collaborate with other mechanical, systems, electrical, safety and manufacturing engineers to optimize your design for overall vehicle performance
Solve electric propulsion design challenges like thermal management, HV electrical isolation, HV interconnects, shock and vibration survival, environmental sealing, electromagnetic interference, etc.
Complete detailed design of components like plastic housings, sheet metal brackets, insulation systems, high voltage connectors, fasteners, structural supports, etc.
Analyze designs to ensure they meet requirements using heat transfer, thermal analysis, design for assembly, structural calculations, and failure mode analysis, etc.
Develop engineering test plans for designs
Create assembly and component drawings and work with suppliers to manufacture your designs
Lead engineering prototype builds and design validation testing

Fulltime

Sr. Propulsion Electrical Systems Engineer

In the Sr. Electric Engine Systems Engineer role, you will drive the Airborne El...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

140000.00 - 195000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in hardware systems engineering, V&V, or AEH qualification in aerospace or similarly regulated industries (automotive ISO 26262)
Deep technical understanding of power electronics, PMAC motor control, and inverter topologies
Demonstrated experience planning and executing environmental and functional testing (DO-160, MIL-STD-810, or automotive equivalents)
Proficiency with requirements management tools (Polarion, DOORS, Jama)
Strong knowledge of DO-254 design assurance lifecycles and structured verification methodologies
Ability to interpret complex circuit schematics and perform root cause analysis on test failures
Excellent technical communication skills for interfacing with regulatory authorities and cross-functional design teams

Job Responsibility

Partner with hardware designers to decompose aircraft-level functions into verifiable hardware requirements for inverters, gate drivers, and motor control logic
Manage requirements traceability using Polarion or DOORS, ensuring full coverage for safety-critical functions
Define robust hardware-to-software and hardware-to-mechanical interface control documents (ICDs)
Generate and maintain AEH certification artifacts as required by DO-254 (Plan for Hardware Aspects of Certification, Hardware Design Plan, Hardware Accomplishment Summary)
Coordinate with Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) to review compliance data and substantiate design assurance levels (DAL A/B)
Lead critical design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR) and ensure design decisions are justified via analysis and documented for certification

Fulltime

System Engineer – Feature/Function Owner

BorgWarner Technical Center India Private Limited is seeking an experienced Syst...

Location

India , Bengaluru

Salary:

Not provided

BorgWarner

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/ Mechanical Discipline
10 to 12 years of work experience in automotive electronics, power electronics/drives or system engineer

Job Responsibility

Own end-to-end technical accountability for feature performance, maturity, and compliance across the product lifecycle
Lead feature-level technical development through the electrified propulsion systems lifecycle (concept, development, integration, validation, and launch)
Develop and maintain the feature development roadmap, aligning deliverables with program and application milestones
Perform feature-level impact analysis for requirement changes and ensure alignment across affected systems, interfaces, and vehicle functions
Coordinate identification, analysis, resolution, and closure of feature-related defects
Understand vehicle architecture and system interactions, including direct and indirect impacts of features on vehicle-level performance, safety, and compliance
Ensure feature integration is robust across mechanical, electrical, software, and controls domains
Conduct and lead technical analyses, trade-off studies, FMEAs, and design reviews at feature and system levels
Act as the BW technical representative for assigned feature(s) toward customers
Understand customer needs, requirements, and use cases, and propose optimized technical solutions and trade-offs

Fulltime

Industrial Engineer

As an Industrial Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to support the de...

Location

United States , Luling

Salary:

Not provided

X-Bow Systems

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in a manufacturing environment, experience with solid rocket motor propellant manufacturing is preferred
Experience in designing and planning manufacturing equipment layouts within a facility using lean, six sigma techniques
Experience in conducting time studies and working with the shop floor to implement changes and improvements
Experience creating discrete modeling simulations – FlexSim experience preferred
Knowledge of manufacturing methods, process & quality standards
Experience with support systems such as but not limited to hydraulic systems, compressed air systems, electronic controls and power systems
Excellent analytical and math skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to identify, assess, and solve problems
Knowledge of applicable health and safety regulations

Job Responsibility

Designing and planning manufacturing equipment layouts within a building
Designing and planning product movements between buildings
Implement lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste and streamline operations
Utilize Six Sigma methodologies to identify and eliminate defects in production processes
Train and mentor staff on lean practices and Six Sigma techniques to foster a culture of continuous improvement
Conduct time studies and create discrete modeling simulations to optimize workflow and resource allocation
Conduct trade studies to develop new and improved manufacturing processes for solid rocket motor manufacturing
Establishing safe procedures for individuals workstations with hand tools in the presence of energetics
Specifying equipment to support production
Troubleshooting safety, quality and cost improvement opportunity associated with manufacturing processes

What we offer

competitive compensation and benefits packages
opportunities for career growth and development

Fulltime

Mechanical Design Engineer, Sustaining

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

120000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree
4+ years of relevant Mechanical Design experience
Demonstrated ability designing a high voltage electronic assembly from a blank sheet to production
Strong mechanical design analytical skill in structural analysis, fluids, thermals, heat transfer, materials, etc.
Strong 3D design experience and skill, preferably with NX
Solid understanding of electrical design fundamentals
Basic Matlab or Python skill
Familiarity with thermal and structural finite element analysis methods and tools (STAR CCM, ANSYS, ICEPACK, COMSOL)
Experience with GD&T, design for reliability, and design for manufacturing
Experience with product life management systems, including BOMs and engineering change orders

Job Responsibility

Lead mechanical design of high power electrical assemblies like DCDC converters, chargers, and motor controllers from a blank sheet to complete design
Collaborate with other mechanical, systems, electrical, safety and manufacturing engineers to optimize your design for overall vehicle performance
Solve electric propulsion design challenges like thermal management, HV electrical isolation, HV interconnects, shock and vibration survival, environmental sealing, electromagnetic interference, etc
Complete detailed design of components like plastic housings, sheet metal brackets, insulation systems, high voltage connectors, fasteners, structural supports, etc
Analyze designs to ensure they meet requirements using heat transfer, thermal analysis, design for assembly, structural calculations, and failure mode analysis, etc
Develop engineering test plans for designs
Create assembly and component drawings and work with suppliers to manufacture your designs
Lead engineering prototype builds and design validation testing

Fulltime

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