Power Electronics Engineer (Aerospace/Defense)

Job Title:

Power Electronics Engineer Location:

Ft. Walton Beach, FL - full time onsite

Employment Type:

Salaried direct

Industry:

Aerospace/Defense Compensation:

$110K - $170K (2% to 5% performance bonus) + relocation assistance 9/80 schedule About the

Opportunity:

This engineer will design high power

AC-DC & DC-DC

power converters and power sub-systems for applications including radar, directed energy, and military more electric vehicles. There will be interfacing with customers. A Sr Power Electronics Engineer provides analog circuit and digital design for power conversion products. You will analyze and design high reliability, high power

AC-DC & DC-DC

power converters and power sub-systems for applications including radar, directed energy, and military more electric vehicles. You will help sustain our products by initiating innovative circuit designs, completing documentation, and conducting analysis and characterization.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with this national organization with several U.S. locations
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work

What You'll Do:

Performs design and development of power converters incorporating modern topologies to achieve high performance at reasonable cost. Performs engineering work in basic and applied research, development/design of new or sustaining products. Accepts ownership responsibility for producing thorough and accurate designs and the development of work that meets all customer specifications and company requirements for schedule, cost, producibility, quality and reliability. This includes following the design through the entire design and manufacturing lifecycle. Work includes the design, fabrication, modification and evaluation of electronic apparatus, components, or circuits for use within electronics and/or aerospace equipment, devices, and systems. Conduct technical analysis to validate designs, including but not limited to: trade studies, product design, system/component integration, mathematical modeling, reliability analysis, and development. Perform functional, acceptance, qualification, or development testing on new or modified designs. Perform detailed circuit analysis to verify design compliance to specific performance targets. Analysis to include computer aided modeling and the generation of schematics. Prepare and review technical reports/documentation necessary to satisfy customer, internal and program requirements, including specifications, design documents, test plans/procedures, reports, correspondence, etc. Support the bid and proposal process through technical assistance, preliminary designs, research and development, etc. Establish and maintain proactive communication channels with customers, suppliers, and internal organizations as required to meet project goals. Provide diagnostic support to manufacturing on new and existing products. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. What You'll Bring (Requirements): BSEE or similar technical degree Min 5 years of experience with electronics power conversion product design and manufacturing (including analog circuit and digital); relevant research & product development in support of doctoral degree or post-doctoral research an option. Min 2 years of DC-DC or AC-DC converter design experience or inverter design experience. This is an ITAR facility supporting the U.S. military, U.S. Persons Required and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance in future. What Sets You Apart (Preferred): Demonstrated experience with manufacturing standards and practices. Ability to provide leadership to engineering design staff. Demonstrated multi-tasking and prioritization skills. Experience with designing product for harsh environments such as military applications. Advanced degree (MSEE / PhD) in power electronics with relevant published research After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with

F-1 OPT STEM

work authorization status.