Electrical Power Systems Engineer II

Employer description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies 

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.  

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. 

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

The Electrical Power Systems Engineer II for Voyager Lunar Systems is responsible for performing avionics and power system analysis for spacecraft missions to assess design margin, risk, and system compatibility.

The position reports to the Electronic Systems Manager and is part of Voyager Lunar Systems based in Pittsburgh, PA. This role is hybrid based in Pittsburgh, PA.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• Perform power and avionics design and analysis for all mission concepts, right-sizing the power architecture to meet end-to-end mission objectives and requirements.
• Develop and perform trade studies to support technical, business, and/or programmatic actions and decision-making.
• Support development of component specifications and system-level requirements
• Support spacecraft power component testing and system integration
• Coordinate between technical partners, vendors, and peer engineers of other disciplines to assess design progress, schedule, and risks through the full systems engineering development cycle
• Provide real-time operational support from mission control center

If your experience aligns with our basic qualifications and you are inspired by our mission, we’d like to connect. If you don’t see the right role right now, Join Our Talent Community and stay connected as we continue to build what’s next. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of professional experience in power systems development for mission-critical, aerospace, defense, or other high reliability industry.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out complicated analysis tasks, including developing the necessary tools/methodology and synthesizing results into higher level conclusions.
• B.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, similar related discipline or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiar with solar photovoltaic and lithium-ion battery technology
• Experience with power budgeting process and system level energy balance analysis
• Familiarity with surface charging related to space environments
• Experience using SPICE for circuit analysis/modeling and familiarity with power electronics
• Hands on experience working with electronics and lab equipment
• Familiarity with power system telemetry measurement and processing
• Experience with FMEA process and interfacing with software teams to develop system FDIR
• Ability to build analytical tools using Microsoft VBA and MATLAB
• Knowledge of spacecraft environmental tests
• Knowledge of Range Safety and Ground Safety compliance
• Familiarity with NASA-STD-4001, NASA-STD-4003, and MIL-STD-461

Travel, Physical, and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

• Travel up to 10%, including the possibility of overnights, both foreign and domestic, to launch sites, customer facilities, and NASA/Government centers
• Ability to lift, move or carry items or equipment up to 10 pounds

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.  

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. 

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.