Epirus
Principal Electrical Systems Design Engineer
$179K–$216K
Torrance, California, United States · Principal · Full-time · Posted Jun 12, 2026
- Experience
- 8+ years of industry experience; advanced degrees might be used in place of years of experience.
- Education
- Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Visa sponsorship
- US citizenship is required to obtain a US Clearance. ITAR eligibility requires U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, protected-individual status, or eligibility to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.
About the job
Leads electrical systems design and integration for high-power microwave phased arrays, from prototyping through production.
What you'll do
- Develop system power budgets and coordinate requirements with subsystem teams.
- Design and integrate power electronics subsystems, including prime power distribution and conversion.
- Set high-voltage safety practices and guide safety checks at integration milestones.
What they ask for
- Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- 8+ years of industry experience; advanced degrees may be used in place of years of experience.
- Ability to articulate and defend technical decisions, with clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of Jira/scrum best practices.
Nice to have
- Experience with high-voltage power distribution and battery systems, or three-phase AC and high-voltage DC power subsystems.
- Experience in aerospace/defense, military, directed energy, or a similar industry.
Pay
$178,600 — $215,800 USD (base salary)
Tools
Jira/scrum, CAN, Ethernet, MIL-STD, IEC standards, PCB schematic design, MS Project, Smartsheet
AI focus
The company develops HPM systems empowered by AI; this role's stated duties do not involve AI work.
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