Systems Engineer II APR Consulting Inc - 4.2 Pasadena, CA Job Details Contract $42.00 - $65.95 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Power electronics circuit design Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics Renewable energy systems expertise (engineering specialty) Engineering development testing Defect analysis Reliability analysis Power system design Equipment troubleshooting Electrical system testing Troubleshooting electrical systems System testing Grounding systems Aerospace electrical engineering expertise Oscilloscopes Wiring harnesses Technical troubleshooting support Root cause analysis Logic analyzers Energy storage systems Solar energy Full Job Description A Systems Engineer II position just opened up at

JPL/NASA

in Pasadena, CA . In this role you will be responsible to develop and manage power system and electrical system requirements

Location:

Pasadena, CA 91109 (In Office)

Position:

Systems Engineer II Pay Range:

$42 - 65.95/hr

DOE Duration:

5 months

Schedule:

1st shift, 9/80 (You'll be working 80 hours over 9 days, instead of the traditional 10; So for example, you may work 9-hour days Monday through Thursday, and on Fridays, you either work an 8-hour day or take regular day off.) We do offer paid time offs, holidays, 401k, medical, dental, and vision Job Summary We are seeking a curious, motivated Systems Engineer II to support the implementation of end-to-end power subsystem solutions, including supporting the delivery of power hardware and operations. As a systems engineer, you will be involved in all phases of the mission life cycle including technical concept development, hardware implementation, delivery, and operations. A systems engineer is highly motivated and creative with the ability to oversee, balance and integrate technical and program-related issues in an end-to-end manner to ensure that the total system satisfies the project and mission requirements. Tasks include but are not limited to: Develop and manage power system and electrical system requirements Develop and execute V&V plans on JPL lead projects/missions Develop power system architectures and power subsystem definition on new mission proposals Perform power system sizing & resource management Develop and document electrical interfaces across a spacecraft to ensure a self-compatible, robust design implementation and to support the fabrication of flight harnesses Work effectively with power designers in defining optimum architectures Perform architectural trades to optimize systems across technical, schedule, and cost constraints Develop grounding diagrams in support of a compliant EMI/EMC approach Produce detailed, complex, and accurate design products in support of hardware development and to document the as-built configuration Present complex power system concepts to different levels of line management and project teams Understand and follow standards for power and electrical systems engineering architecture, design, and execution including clear expectations for quality Required Skills Extensive understanding of one or more of the following areas: Analog Electronics, Controls, Power Systems Design, Systems Engineering, Electrical Systems Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Integration and Test Extensive understanding of principles, theories, concepts and techniques in Power Systems Engineering Experience in power electronic design including schematics, reliability analysis, board layout, and testing Experience delivering flight hardware, supporting ATLO operations, and in-flight operations. Extensive knowledge of grounding, EMI/EMC, harness design, electrical compatibility, signal integrity, safety and inhibit architectures, battery management, pyros and propulsion drivers, and multi-stage vehicles Knowledge related to the development, testing, integration, and use of solar arrays and batteries for space applications Extensive experience with standard electronic test equipment: oscilloscope, power supply, logic analyzer, etc. Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems to determine the root cause Experience in power converter topologies, power switching, and closed-loop power control systems and their implementation using microcontrollers and/or FPGAs Excellent oral and interpersonal skills Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, or related technical subject area, typically with a minimum of 3 years of related work experience, or Masters in a similar discipline with a minimum of 1 years of related work experience, or PhD in a similar discipline. Recent demonstrated experience in defining and delivering hardware. Extensive knowledge on the observables in electronic control systems and data acquisition systems. Strong interpersonal skills Desired Skills Experience with power subsystem hardware, electrical interfaces, and complex integrated systems Complete knowledge of Laboratory policies and procedures, NASA policies and procedures, and government regulations across a range of applications. Knowledge of industry, military, and/or academic practices and standards system development. Extensive experience in hardware development and troubleshooting. Proficiency with Altium Designer, LTSPICE, and PLECS Ability to multi-task meet schedule milestones Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you! #SPC1