Power System Engineer

Overview

Description Are you searching for a power/electronics engineering position that requires solving tough, critical challenges to increase our nation's defense capability? Do you enjoy collaboration and striving to develop groundbreaking ideas in power system design and analysis? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL! We are seeking a creative power systems/electronics engineer to help us develop next-generation power systems and associated technologies for radar, EO/IR, electronic warfare, communications, and space systems.

As a member of the Power Systems Engineering Section within the Sensor Technologies Group, you'll be joining a multi-disciplined team that is advancing state-of-the-art sensor systems. This position provides an opportunity to design innovative power conversion and distribution equipment using digital control algorithms to address present-day and future challenges for multiple sponsors across various domains. The Power Systems Engineering Section focuses on developing techniques and concepts to protect the upstream electric plant against highly dynamic load profiles.

• You will develop state-of-the-art breadboards and advanced prototypes to support conceptual designs and trade studies.
• You will perform requirements trade-off studies, validate requirement feasibility, and perform analysis to recommend technical approaches that meet sponsor needs.
• You will create, analyze and review power system designs and concepts.
• You will evolve power systems modeling and simulation tools.
• You will provide power system expertise during system integration and performance testing not only at land-based test sites but including on the tactical systems aboard Navy ships.

• Have a MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent with 3+ years experience (or a Bachelors Degree with 5+ years) with a focus on power conversion and power systems.
• Have experience in analog and digital control theory and stability analysis.
• Have experience using Typhoon, Speedgoat, or other hardware digital control implementations to perform real-time digital control prototyping.
• Have experience in power conversion design and test of AC/DC and DC/DC converters.
• Are proficient at using Matlab/Simulink/Simscape to analyze and simulate power converters and power systems.
• Have experience in SABER or SPICE or other circuit analysis tools.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Are willing and able to travel occasionally to attend meetings or test events at government or contractor sites.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance prior to starting and ultimately a Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

• Have a doctoral degree in electrical engineering with a focus on power systems or control theory.
• Have experience in thermal design and analysis.
• Have experience with generator and motor dynamic modeling.
• Have experience in magnetic design.
• Have an understanding of Naval power generation and distribution.
• Have experience with EMI/EMC testing and design mitigation techniques.
• Can help guide and mentor early career engineers.

Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about…