Senior Electrical Engineer - Defense

nLIGHT, Inc.
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Camas
Feb 18, 2025
Description Who We Are At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). Brief Description The Directed Energy team develops cutting-edge, highly SWaP optimized laser and electro-optical systems for the defense market.Our systems are integrated into MIL-STD high-voltage vehicle power systems and our electronics are responsible for ensuring that every electron gets turned into a photon as efficiently and safely as possible all while packing into as small a volume as possible. We work as a multidisciplinary team with the focus on supporting production and new product introduction of complex laser systems. We are currently seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer to join the Directed Energy Electronics team and contribute expertise in power electronics development and production. This individual will support existing low-SWaP multi-kilowatt high-voltage designs, develop next-generation SMPS laser diode driver technologies and has experience building high-reliability hardware for deployment in harsh environments at any altitude. Job Description Create functional SIMPLIS circuit analysis models of existing SMPS converters Create SPICE simulations for analog circuitry and device equivalent circuits Propose suggestions and execute trade studies for next-gen converter designs. Develop concept models for these designs Execute engineering experimentation to qualify new designs and/or processes Characterize and benchmark electrical and thermal performance of existing converter designs and identify areas for improvement Participate in peer design reviews Design PCBAs, custom magnetics, power delivery systems, and safety circuits as needed to advance the state-of-the-art of directed energy laser products Formulate and produce complete electrical design packages including detailed schematics, PCB layout, cable routing diagrams, panel layouts, bills of materials and material requisition forms Manage certification and compliance testing to international safety and EMC standards such as IEC/UL-61010, MIL-STD 461, MIL-STD 704, MIL-STD 1275 Become a thought-leader in establishing safe high-voltage practices both in designs and laboratory work Qualifications 6+ years' experience as an Electrical Engineer or equivalent educational background BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or similar discipline Experience creating meaningful SPICE simulations that drive design decisions Experience calculating thermal losses for magnetics and semiconductor devices and collaborating with mechanical teams on cooling strategies Experience using SIMPLIS models to compensate converters and guide loop-shaping in both analog and digital domains Experience designing galvanic isolation for high-voltage topologies Familiarity with power systems and high-voltage harness design Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship Effectively manage schedule and priorities with minimal daily direction Experience in power systems and batteries - power electronics and power conditioning Strong troubleshooting skills related to complex electro-optic systems Experience with schematic capture and layout tools (Altium Designer preferred) Highly organized and detail-oriented with clear and professional written and oral communication skills Highly proficient with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, LC meters, DC biased spectroscopy measurements, loop characterization, Bode plots and HIL tools Exceptional candidates will have: Demonstrated track record of designing electronics deployed in harsh environments, including space, and working with effects of extreme temperature, radiation and moisture ingress Familiarity with conductive electronics cooling techniques Vendor management experience Development experience with high-power laser and optical assemblies Experience qualifying systems to complex MIL-STDs nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay rate is based on qualifications: Senior Electrical Engineer: $110,000 - $140,000 annually Principal Electrical Engineer: $130,000 - $154,0000 annually Other Compensation and Benefits Target Cash Bonus of 6-8% of earned wages, depending on level Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 10 paid Holidays Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Employee Stock Purchase Plan 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Aflac Supplemental Insurance Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty Tuition Assistance Program Pet Insurance nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status). Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: "EEO is the Law" and its accompanyingtemporary supplement. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or[emailprotected].