Satellite Power Electronics Design Engineer

hace 7 días


Vigo, Pontevedra, España GTS Group Ltd A tiempo completo

Satellite Power Electronics Design Engineer

Location:
Vigo, Galicia, Spain (onsite / hybrid)

Industry:
Space Systems | Satellite Engineering | Power Electronics

About the Role

Our client, a leading European space technology company, is seeking an experienced
Power Electronics Design Engineer
to join their growing satellite engineering division. You will play a key role in the
design, development, and qualification of advanced power subsystems
for spacecraft platforms, working closely with multidisciplinary teams across systems, electrical, and mechanical engineering.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop
    DC-DC converters, power distribution units (PDUs), and battery management systems
    for satellite applications.
  • Perform
    schematic design, component selection, circuit simulation, and PCB layout reviews
    for space-grade power systems.
  • Conduct
    worst-case, thermal, and radiation analysis
    to ensure compliance with ESA and ECSS standards.
  • Support
    hardware testing, validation, and environmental qualification
    (thermal vacuum, vibration, EMC).
  • Collaborate with systems engineers to define
    power budgets, interface requirements, and redundancy strategies
    .
  • Generate and maintain
    technical documentation
    , test procedures, and design reports throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Provide technical support during integration and launch campaign phases.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in
    Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related field
    .
  • 3+ years
    of experience in
    power electronics design
    —preferably within the
    aerospace, defense, or high-reliability sectors
    .
  • Strong understanding of
    DC/DC converter topologies
    ,
    power conditioning
    , and
    control loop design
    .
  • Experience with
    SPICE simulation tools (LTspice, PLECS, etc.)
    and
    Altium Designer or similar CAD tools
    .
  • Familiarity with
    ECSS or ESA standards
    ,
    space-qualified components
    , and
    radiation effects mitigation techniques
    .
  • Proficiency in
    English
    (written and spoken);
    Spanish
    is an advantage.

Desirable Skills

  • Experience with
    FPGA-controlled power systems
    or
    digital power regulation
    .
  • Knowledge of
    battery systems, solar array regulation, or EPS architectures
    for satellites.
  • Hands-on experience with
    hardware testing, debugging, and validation
    in laboratory environments.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and relocation package (if applicable).
  • Opportunity to work on
    cutting-edge European satellite missions
    .
  • Supportive, international engineering environment with career development pathways.

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