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Electrical Power Engineer III

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In-Office
Austin, TX
Senior level
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Austin, TX
Senior level
Design and develop aerospace power systems and power electronics from proposal through production: create MATLAB/Simulink models, schematic capture and PCB layout, select components, develop firmware, perform integration, testing, validation, troubleshooting, and produce engineering documentation.
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Acutronic is looking for a Electrical Power Engineer III within Acutronic’s Aerospace Components Division. The engineer in this role will have broad hands-on responsibility and ownership of New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from proposal through qualification testing and production support. The incumbent will have significant influence on the development of the product lines power circuits and the advancement of Acutronic Aerospace Components in the marketplace.

Electrical Power Engineer III

Your Roles/Responsibilities:

  • Perform detailed electrical design and development of power systems in support of the following Acutronic product lines:
    • Actuation Systems
    • Turbo Generators
    • Power Generation, Conversion, and Distribution
    • Micro-thrust Turbines
  • Support proposal efforts in a fast-paced aerospace environment:
    • Assess customer system level requirements
    • Develop derived requirements
    • Produce requirements compliance matrix
    • Generate engineering models of proposed designs with substantiating analysis balancing rigor and speed
    • Contribute to estimating recurring and non-recurring costs
    • Contribute to the development of project schedules
  • Develop detailed power system performance models using MATLAB/SIMULINK (or equivalent) system requirements to components and subsystems
  • Design and develop power electronic hardware cradle to grave, including component selection, schematic capture, simulation, PCB/A layout, and all supporting analyses:
    • Power electronics for motor control, active rectification, DC-DC conversion, 3-phase, and distribution
    • Integration of various sensors used in closed loop control systems (resolver, VDT, pressure, current, HED)
    • Analog front end conditioning for various sensors
  • Assist in designing and developing firmware and software to support the power systems/technologies mentioned above
  • Perform hands on bring up, integration, and troubleshooting of power generation systems
  • Design and develop test stands, fixtures, and procedures for the validation/verification of the power systems needed for embedded electronics
  • Perform validation and verification of product requirements
  • Prepare documentation in support of customer and internal deliverables (reports, presentations)

Your Profile/Qualifications/Skills:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university, required; Master’s Degree in Engineering preferred
  • At least eight years of relevant power electronics experience designing and developing:
    • Motor controls and electromechanical control systems
    • Power conditioning and distribution systems (2+kW)
  • Experience with:
    • Navigating firmware in power electronic systems
    • Failure investigation and formal RCCA activities
    • Safety and reliability assessment (MTBF/FTA, etc.)
    • Aerospace configuration management and control
  • Prior experience working in an aerospace quality control (AS9100) and manufacturing environment, preferred

We Offer:

  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k match
  • Company-paid holidays and Paid Time Off
  • 9/80 schedule


About Acutronic:
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The Acutronic Group has a proud history of building technologies and teams that are crucial to the aerospace, defense, and transportation industries.

Acutronic’s Simulation & Test Division is the global market leader in high-performance motion simulation and test equipment. Our rate tables and advanced centrifuges are used to test or calibrate inertial sensors, navigation systems, and stabilized electro-optics. Hardware-In-the-Loop motion simulators replicate the flight motion profiles and engagement scenarios of missiles. Geotechnical centrifuges and their related accessories are designed to study the behavior of structures, soil mechanics, and earthquakes. Our vibration test systems (shaker tables) allow users to carry out environmental tests to ensure the robustness or quality of manufactured products. The Division also develops and refurbishes stabilized or gimbaled-platforms utilized in applications such as tracking mounts, gun turrets, and directed-energy systems.
Acutronic’s Aerospace Components Division manufactures specialty components for use on uncrewed aerial vehicles, land defense applications, and missile systems. These products are used on next-generation aerospace programs and include a range of electric power systems, servo-actuators, micro-turbines, and Hybrid-Electric-Propulsion-Systems. We offer standard products and excel at designing highly customized solutions for demanding mission requirements.
The Acutronic Group employs approximately 300 employees across sites in Austin, Texas; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Switzerland; Germany; France; and India.
Acutronic Integrated Systems Inc.
3401 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX 78721
acutronic.com
+1 737 212 9013
Acutronic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] or phone 412.926.1200.

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