Tech Specialist - Aircraft Power Electronics
9 hours ago
Cambridge
Ultra PCS is looking for a senior technical leader to design, verify, and support safety-critical power electronics for aircraft. • Define and solve complex engineering problems focused on HVDC/AC conversion, protection, thermal design, EMC, insulation, reliability, and certification risk., • Lead the power electronics technical strategy and technology roadmap in collaboration with the Technical Authority., • Provide leadership, supervision, and coordination to engineering teams to deliver work on time, cost, and quality targets., • Act as a senior technical authority and customer-facing escalation point for HV power systems., • Sponsor or lead strategically important programmes (e.g., intelligent PDUs, IPS controllers, motor drives, HV demonstrators)., • Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and translate developments (SiC/GaN devices, sensing, magnetics, thermal management, EMI) into product strategies., • Define engineering standards, including design rules, derating, HV spacing, protection methods, and EMC practices., • Lead trade studies across converter topologies, motor control, and protection strategies., • Support bid activities, including technical input, estimation, and risk identification., • Mentor engineers across technical, product, and lifecycle domains., • Investigate equipment failures and recommend solutions., • Prepare and review engineering estimates, identifying risks and dependencies., • Produce reports and present technical findings to stakeholders., • Maintain professional competency and support continuous development., • Adhere to company values, policies, and procedures., • Perform off-site duties as required and support broader business needs. Degree (usually Master’s) in Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience, with significant relevant industry experience. Specialisation in power electronics, motor drives, high-voltage engineering, or aerospace electrical systems preferred. Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) desirable. Eligible for required security clearances. • Advanced expertise in high-voltage power electronics design, including conversion, control, sensing, protection, and gate drive systems., • Ability to define requirements and ensure full traceability from safety requirements to verification evidence (including DAL A)., • Strong experience in EMC design and compliance for high-speed switching systems (SiC/GaN)., • Proficiency in simulation and analysis tools (e.g., SPICE, PLECS/PSIM, thermal/electromagnetic modelling, stability analysis)., • Experience with validation and test methods including switching loss, thermal characterisation, insulation testing, HIL, load testing, and qualification., • Solid understanding of PCB design for high-voltage/high-current systems., • Component selection expertise across power semiconductors, magnetics, capacitors, sensors, and insulation systems., • Experience with HV architectures including DC distribution, inverters, motor drives, SSPCs, and power supplies., • Ability to lead technical reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR, qualification, production readiness)., • Manage and support suppliers for key components and subsystems., • Collaborate effectively across software, mechanical, systems, manufacturing, and test disciplines., • Flexible working within core working hours., • 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days., • Bank holidays 4 times., • Annual salary., • Life assurance., • Flexible benefits package., • Funded health benefits., • Pension scheme – up to 8% employer contributions., • Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events. Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions under UK National Law and be prepared to undertake UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government criteria. Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity, and equality. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr