Power Systems Engineer

Job Description Job Title

Power Systems Engineer

Onsite, Permanent, 37.5hrs per week, Industry: Space,

Location:

Surrey, Salary:
Negotiable DoE

Our client is the world leader in the development of complex systems utilised in mission critical environments. Candidates will have the opportunity to work in an advanced manufacturing environment where pioneering new technologies to the highest possible standard is paramount.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager the Power Systems Engineer has responsibility for undertaking the design, analysis, development, verification and delivery of power system and energy conversion solutions into different missions.

• Managing and updating module documentation including procedures, reports, interface documents and drawings
• Ensuring that module test equipment is operating normally
• Fault‑finding on flight modules as necessary
• Overseeing the testing of flight modules
• Preparing reviews of all test documentation
• Reviewing module build documentation
• Configuration and updating of ATE to suit the requirements of current modules
• Delivery of tested flight modules to the spacecraft Assembly, Integration and Test team on time
• In conjunction with Senior Engineers carrying out qualification testing on new and revised module designs
• Support to product development and new designs for future missions
• Providing support for spacecraft‑level Thermal‑Vacuum testing

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (electrical, electronics, etc.)
• In‑depth understanding of analogue and power electronics testing and fault‑finding
• Familiarity with typical Power System Equipment such as battery charge, power distribution modules, drive electronics, DC‑DC converters, batteries and solar panels
• Hands‑on experience in fault‑finding during development of power electronics/analogue products
• Experience with schematic capture and simulation software