Spacecraft EPS Engineer - ST / 084150

This position is for a senior spacecraft EPS Engineer and the grade will be commensurate with experience, qualifications and demonstrated ability to learn quickly. Job tasks include synthesizing power system designs from system requirements, performing required trade studies to support design optimization, performing all required analyses including energy balance, defining and performing system testbed and flight subsystem test verifications, performing flight algorithm developments, and performing all aspects of flight launch, activation and calibration support for the power system. Candidate shall have responsibility for defining technical requirements and overseeing design for engineers in support of a spacecraft power subsystem design. The preferred candidate must be a self-starter that can lead a team, interface effectively with engineers across multiple disciplines, and demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to verbally articulate technical presentations. Candidate must be proficient with Microsoft WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint and Project applications and one type of engineering analysis software (SPICE, Simulink, MathCAD, etc.). BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Candidate shall have broad experience with spacecraft electrical power subsystems and electronics units. Knowledge of solar arrays, batteries, power conditioning and control and PWM power converters is required. Familiarity of orbital mechanics, flight software, EPS algorithm generation or EGSE is required. Active SSBI clearance required. BS in an Engineering field required. 15-20+ years of direct industry experience required. Level 6/5 with final grade based on experience. SPATE Security Clearance Required.