Advanced Electrical Engineer

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.  

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead design, development, and qualification of complex AC-DC and DC-DC power conversion systems for mission-critical applications
• Serve as technical authority for power electronics design decisions and provide strategic direction for power system architectures
• Perform advanced circuit analysis, component selection, power system optimization, and design validation
• Architect electrical solutions and create detailed schematics, PCB layouts, and comprehensive technical documentation
• Lead power system testing, validation, troubleshooting, and qualification activities
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to integrate power solutions into larger system architectures and ensure seamless integration
• Perform advanced thermal analysis and lead development of thermal management solutions for high-power electronics
• Mentor and develop engineering teams, fostering technical excellence in power electronics design
• Lead and conduct design reviews, providing expert guidance and driving technical decisions
• Analyze and resolve complex power quality issues including ripple, noise, efficiency optimization, control loop stability, and transient response
• Lead prototype development, testing, and transition to production with minimal oversight
• Drive component and architecture trade studies to determine optimal power system solutions
• Represent power electronics team in program reviews and customer technical discussions
• Establish and champion power electronics design standards and best practices

What Sets You Apart:

• Expert-level knowledge of power electronics principles, advanced topologies, and design methodologies
• Proven track record of leading complex power system designs from concept through qualification and production
• Deep expertise in electrical engineering including magnetics design, switching regulators, and advanced control theory
• Recognized technical authority with ability to influence design decisions and mentor engineering teams
• Natural leader who develops high-performing teams and drives collaborative success
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with systematic approach to complex technical challenges
• Strategic thinker who balances technical excellence with program requirements and customer needs
• Outstanding communication skills with ability to present complex technical concepts to all stakeholders
• Commitment to fostering innovation and technical excellence in power electronics

We Encourage You to Apply if You Have Any of These Preferred Skills or Experiences:

• 10+ years of progressive experience designing complex AC-DC and DC-DC power converters with proven leadership
• Expert knowledge of advanced power supply topologies (buck, boost, flyback, forward converter, full-bridge, resonant converters, etc.)
• Extensive experience with switch mode power converter design including advanced control loop design and stability analysis
• Deep understanding of 3-phase AC-DC conversion, power factor correction, and transformer design
• Expert proficiency with power electronics simulation tools (LTSpice, PSIM, PLECS, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar)
• Advanced experience with PCB design tools and high-power layout optimization
• Deep expertise in EMI/EMC design, analysis, and mitigation techniques for power systems
• Advanced knowledge of magnetic component design including custom transformer and inductor development
• Expert-level thermal analysis capabilities and experience with advanced cooling solutions
• Comprehensive understanding of military power standards (MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1399, etc.) and qualification testing
• Deep expertise in power semiconductor devices, gate drive design, and switching characteristics optimization
• Expert proficiency with lab equipment and advanced measurement techniques
• Knowledge of international safety standards and regulatory requirements (UL, IEC, DO-160, etc.)
• Extensive experience with ruggedized, high-reliability, or safety-critical power system design
• Advanced understanding of digital control, DSP-based power management, and adaptive control techniques
• Experience leading power systems through formal qualification, acceptance testing, and customer demonstrations
• Knowledge of advanced reliability analysis including FMEA, worst-case analysis, and MTBF calculations
• Experience with wide bandgap semiconductors (SiC, GaN) and their applications
• Understanding of parallel power architectures and load sharing techniques
• Track record of innovation including patents or technical publications in power electronics

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. 
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

 Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-siteWhile on-site, you will be a part of the Progeny Manassas, VA Team.

Salary Note

Combined Salary Range

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans