Power Electronics Engineer

BLUE ORIGIN

Power Electronics Engineer developing Hall thruster-based propulsion systems for a satellite communications network. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product development and reliability standards.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeDenver • Alabama, Colorado, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $119,814 - $182,987 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in designing power electronic systems for aerospace applications, including proficiency in DC-DC converters, circuit simulation, and PCB layout. Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and iterate designs for manufacturability and reliability.

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Power Electronics DesignDC-DC Converter ExpertiseCircuit Simulation ProficiencyController Algorithm DevelopmentPCB Layout and Routing

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Hard Skills

Power Electronics DesignDC-DC ConvertersCircuit SimulationController Algorithm DesignSchematic CapturePCB LayoutComponent SelectionDesign VerificationTroubleshootingIterative Design Improvements

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

LTspicePSpiceSIMetrixAltium DesignerOrCAD

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Industry Keywords

AerospaceSpace ApplicationsHigh-Reliability SystemsPower-Stage TopologiesSi DevicesGaN DevicesSiC Devices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Capture and translate engineering requirements and customer specifications for power electronic systems for space applications.
Perform conceptual design, including selection of power-stage topology and control schemes suitable for challenging aerospace environments.
Execute detailed design, selecting reliable and space-qualified components to meet demanding performance and environmental criteria.
Develop and implement controller algorithms to optimize converter performance and efficiency.
Conduct feasibility studies and verify designs through detailed circuit simulation and analysis.
Produce accurate and clear schematic drawings for power electronic circuits.
Design PCB layouts and perform routing to meet space application standards, including reliability and manufacturability.
Lead board bring-up, troubleshooting, and functional testing of prototypes and production units.
Perform iterative design improvements based on test data and feedback, ensuring readiness for production.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including firmware, mechanical, and systems engineering, to ensure cohesive product development.
Support documentation, design reviews, and production transition activities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience designing power electronics for aerospace or space applications (DC-DC converters essential).
Proficiency in requirements/specifics capture and translation for high-reliability systems.
Experienced in selecting power-stage topologies and control schemes, including both isolated and non-isolated DC-DC converters.
Hands-on experience with components selection for demanding environments.
Strong skills in controller algorithm design and implementation.
Proficient in circuit simulation tools (e.g., LTspice, PSpice, SIMetrix) for feasibility and verification. Including transient analysis, in-rush analysis, stress analysis and stability analysis.
Experience in schematic capture (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD) and PCB layout/routing for high-reliability electronics.
Experience with Si, GaN and SiC devices.
Demonstrated ability to bring-up boards, troubleshoot, and validate performance through testing.
Experience iterating designs for manufacturability and reliability in a production environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.