Electrical Design Engineer

We have a current need for a Contractor - Electrical Design Engineer for up to 6 months. This is a hands-on, circuit design role responsible for the design and analysis of space-qualified power electronics hardware! Responsibilities Design and analyze high-efficiency DC/DC converters, switching regulators, and power switching circuits incorporating GaN FETs and other advanced semiconductor technologies. Perform detailed circuit analysis including worst-case, stability, and thermal assessments to ensure compliance with mission requirements. Create schematics and documentation using the OrCAD tool suite, and manage PCB layout and design reviews in collaboration with layout engineers. Support component selection suitable for space applications, including derating, radiation tolerance, and reliability considerations. Generate and maintain design documentation, analyses, and review data packages for internal and customer reviews Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers in circuit design, analysis, and documentation best practices. Collaborate with systems, manufacturing, and test engineering to ensure design maturity and production readiness. Ideal Experience BS Degree in an Engineering discipline, Electrical Engineering preferred. Minimum 8 years of experience designing electronic circuits using CAD based programs. Experience with analog circuit design, including isolated and non-isolated SMPS using discrete components; common and differential mode power filtering; active filter and amplifier design; high-side FET drives with monolithic or discrete solutions; and GaN FET experience a big plus! Experience with OrCAD Capture for schematic development and collaboration with PCB layout Engineers Experience with SPICE-based simulation tools. Experience working with SMPS, Load Switches, Op-Amps and Comparators Experience with FPGA, microcontroller, or microprocessor-based control and telemetry interfaces. Desired Skills Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field Experience developing power electronics products for spaceflight applications (e.g., spacecraft EPS, power distribution units, DC/DC modules) Demonstrated experience designing DC/DC converters, switching regulators, and power conditioning circuits using GaN FETs or similar high-efficiency switching devices. Proficiency with OrCAD and Allegro design tools for schematics capture and PCB layout. Proficiency performing worst-case circuit analysis, load regulation, and stability assessments. Proficiency with SPICE-based simulation tools (e.g., PSPICE, LTspice) for transient and steady-state analysis. Knowledge of EMI/EMC design practices and grounding/shielding techniques. Knowledge of derating, radiation effects, and parts stress analysis methodologies. Experience supporting hardware test, verification, and troubleshooting at the bench and subsystem level. Experience leading electronics design teams throughout the product lifecycle. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to generate clear design documentation and review materials. Ability to distill complex technical data into digestible presentation material for customers and executive leadership. Compensation:$67.03 - $90/hour We look forward to reviewing your application. We encourage everyone to apply - even if every box isn’t checked for what you are looking for or what is required. PDSINC, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.