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Principal Power Electronics Engineer – Aerospace

Ampere Recruitment
Cardiff
6 months ago
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Job Title: Principal Power Electronics Engineer – Aerospace

Location:Cardiff

Employment Type:Permanent

Industry:Aerospace / Power Electronics


Overview:

We are seeking an accomplishedPrincipal Power Electronics Engineerto lead the design and development of advanced power conversion systems for aerospace applications. This is a senior-level role suited for an individual with a proven track record inDC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC converter design, and deep technical expertise inwide bandgap semiconductors (SiC/GaN)andmagnetics.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and validation of high-reliability power converters for aerospace systems.
  • Architect and simulate topologies forDC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/ACpower conversion.
  • Select and evaluateSiC and GaNdevices for high-efficiency, high-density designs.
  • Design custommagnetics, including transformers and inductors, optimised for weight, size, and thermal constraints.
  • Guide thermal and EMI/EMC compliance considerations through the design lifecycle.
  • Drive system-level trade-off studies and influence hardware architecture decisions.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers within the power electronics team.
  • Support qualification and certification activities in line with aerospace standards (DO-160, MIL-STD, etc.).
  • Interface with systems, mechanical, and software teams to ensure seamless product integration.


Required Qualifications:

  • Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (Master’s or PhD preferred).
  • In-depth experience in power electronics, with recent experience inaerospace or high-reliability sectors.
  • Deep knowledge ofDC/DC, AC/DC, and DC/AC power converters, including resonant and hard/soft-switching topologies.
  • Strong experience working withSiC and GaN technologiesin high-voltage, high-frequency applications.
  • Expertise inmagnetics design, including planar and high-efficiency magnetic components.
  • Proficiency with simulation and development tools such as PLECS, LTspice, MATLAB/Simulink, and Altium or similar CAD platforms.
  • Familiarity with aerospace design standards and environmental constraints.
  • Preferred Experience:Background in airborne or spaceborne power systems.
  • Experience withradiation-hardened designsorredundant architectures.
  • Knowledge of safety-critical design practices and lifecycle documentation.


If thisPrincipal Power Electronics Engineeris of interest, then please apply with an up-to-date CV and contact information.

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