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Controls and Systems Electrical Engineering Lead Level

Controls and Systems Electrical Engineering Lead Level

CompanyNorthrop Grumman
LocationSunnyvale, CA, USA
Salary$110300 – $206000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 5 years related experience; or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline 3 years related experience.
  • 3 years of experience in controls design and analysis.
  • Experience implementing designs.
  • Solid understanding of control systems.
  • Solid understanding of electrical engineering concepts and designs.
  • Solid understanding of electrical machines.
  • Demonstrated technical team leadership.
  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink for system analysis.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of engineers to explore, design, develop, and test control systems and related hardware for Turbine Generators.
  • Develop control system architectures including establishing requirements.
  • Review control system hardware, firmware, and software designs.
  • Create system models that demonstrate control system performance characteristics including stability analysis.
  • Review DC bus architectures, including associated AC-DC conversion power electronics.
  • Create and evaluate grounding diagrams.
  • Ensure designs meet EMI requirements.
  • Develop and review position sensor designs.
  • Ensure control system analog or digital circuits correctly interface with external sensors or actuators.
  • Review and evaluate amplifier and power switching designs.
  • Have an understanding of magnetic bearing and generator designs.
  • Manage and act as primary point of contact for control system hardware supplier.
  • Troubleshoot issues that arise during component or system testing.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with electric machines for marine propulsion applications.
  • Experience with naval nuclear propulsion programs.
  • Experience with Magnetic Bearings.
  • Experience with voltage and speed controls.
  • Leadership experience and interest.