A Power Systems Engineer specializes in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power. They work in the field of electrical engineering but with a specific emphasis on large-scale power systems that provide electricity to homes, businesses, industries, and infrastructure.
Pulsed Power Engineer Sr (Level 3) Lockheed Martin Corporation - 4.0 Palmdale, CA Job Details Full-time $89,300 - $157,550 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Paid jury duty Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Flextime Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Fabrication Electrical system design System design for system development Laboratory techniques Design engineering Software development
Full Job Description JOB ID:
733584BR Date posted: Jun. 29, 2026
Description:
You will be the Senior Pulsed Power Engineer for the Power & Plasma Team which is responsible for developing advanced pulsed power and plasma technologies for future air platforms. What You Will Be Doing As the Senior Pulsed Power Engineer you will be responsible for delivering hardware solutions that enable high‑performance plasma experiments.
Your responsibilities will include:
Design, prototype, and fabricate pulsed power electronics and associated control hardware. Develop and execute test procedures, troubleshoot hardware, and validate performance in a fast‑paced environment. Create and maintain data acquisition systems and control software for plasma physics experiments. Collaborate with cross‑functional engineers to integrate solutions into larger system architectures. Prepare technical reports, data analyses, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. What's In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Do you want to be part of a culture that empowers engineers to solve complex challenges with cutting‑edge technology? If you have the passion, technical rigor, and desire to make an impact, we want you on our team. Who You Are You are a collaborative, results‑driven engineer with a strong background in pulsed power, control systems, and data acquisition. You excel at problem solving, communicate clearly, and thrive in a high‑tempo, mission‑focused environment. Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
- This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or above in one of the following fields: Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or another technical degree program Experience in pulsed power or power systems design and fabrication Experience in design and fabrication of high voltage, high current, high energy, or high-power systems (above 1kV) Experience with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, benchtop power supplies, LCR meters, and insulation testers
Desired Skills:
M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or another technical degree program, with strong background in experimental pulsed power and power electronics systems Experience in design and implementation of controlling power electronics Experience with design and analysis of high voltage (above 1kV) personnel safety such as high voltage standoff requirements, grounding requirements, insulation testing, arc flash calculations, and grounding/discharge stick specifications Experience with energy storage devices such as batteries, ultracapacitors, high voltage film capacitors, high current inductors, and electromagnets and high voltage power control techniques using MOSFETs, IGBTs, etc. Experience with high voltage and high current diagnostics such as high voltage probes, Rogowski coils, current transformers, Hall effect transducers, and grounding rods Experience with control systems design and software implementation for power converters such as real-time controllers, FPGAs, PID control, stability analysis, and equipment protection devices Experience with electronics design such as digital and analog circuits and printed circuit board design software such as EAGLE or Altium Proficient in mathematical analysis and modeling tools such as MathCAD, MATLAB, Simulink, Simscape Electrical, and LTspice Strong oral and written communication skills for interfacing with support organizations such as facilities and environmental health and safety, creating test plans and procedures for experiments, and presenting data to both technical and non-technical audiences
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:
Top Secret Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest:
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to
Work Remotely:
Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this
Position:
4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $89,300 - $157,550. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $102,800 - $178,135. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible. Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level:
Experienced Professional Business Unit:
AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available:
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Electrical Engineering Type:
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