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Description
Ball Aerospace leads the way in designing, developing and manufacturing innovative aerospace systems. We take on some of the most complex and exciting challenges in the universe--from space and Earth science to national security and intelligence programs.
We produce spacecraft, instruments and sensors, RF and microwave technologies, data exploitation solutions, and a variety of advanced aerospace technologies and products. In addition, we pioneered the development of the commercial remote sensing market, producing spacecraft and imaging systems that helped spawn a market-driven demand for imagery.
Our success is built on more than products or systems. Our team of more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, technicians and support staff drives all the achievements at Ball Aerospace. Whether contributing to a better understanding of the universe or helping keep our nation safe, our people bring their diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills together to achieve a common mission.
Position Overview:
Power Systems Engineer to fill technical engineering roles in support of design, analysis, test and operation of spacecraft / satellite electrical power systems for commercial, DoD and NASA customers.
Responsibilities:
Include:
- Development of power systems architectures
- Requirement development
- Power system concept development
- Power simulations
- Subcontract management
- Power system sizing and performance analysis
- Leadership of hardware development teams
- Mentoring of more junior personnel
- Integration and test support
- Launch and operations support
- Strategic planning
- Technology development
- New business activities
Qualifications:
- BS in Engineering or a related technical field plus 8 or more years experience is required.
- Minimum of 8 years direct experience in spacecraft Electrical Power Subsystem Engineering with a solid understanding of all aspects of power system architectures - power generation, power conversion, storage, distribution, control, and fault protection is highly desired.
- Experience with defining, developing and delivering space qualified hardware.
- Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.
- Effective in small team work environment with broad responsibilities, minimal oversight and ability to mentor junior team members.
- Capable of performing solar array, battery, power conversion/distribution sizing and performance analysis, including WCA, FMEA, and stability analysis.
Detailed knowledge relating to the following is highly desirable:
- Lithium Ion and Nickel Hydrogen batteries
- Solar arrays
- Power control
- Power conversion/regulation
- Power distribution
- Charge control methods
- Experience with power simulation tools is highly desirable
- Experience with circuit design and analysis is highly desirable
- In addition to the typical educational and experience requirements, a demonstrated capability to adequately perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position and exhibit the skills and competencies of the grade level should be considered
- Each higher level degree, Masters, etc. may substitute for 2 years of experience
- 2 years of experience may be substituted for each year of education
Applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Successful applicant for this position must be eligible to obtain a DoD clearance. A current DoD clearance is not required to be eligible for this position, however a clearance may be required in the future.
Relocation: Relocation for this position is Available
US Citizenship is required.
To Apply:
Please apply on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V