Principal Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics

Principal Electrical Engineer – Power Electronics

Location: Kirkland, WA (Hybrid: 2–3 days/week remote)

Compensation: $152,072 – $242,920/year + Quarterly Profit Sharing

A leading global aerospace electronics innovator is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to serve as the subject matter expert and technical lead for cutting-edge cabin power conversion systems. In this role, you will lead the architecture, design, and DO-160/airframe certification of next-generation aircraft in-seat power supplies and USB charging solutions, while spearheading forward-looking R&D.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect, design, and validate aerospace-grade power supplies and power conversion systems from concept through full certification.
  

• Drive targeted R&D into emerging topologies, resonant converters, and digital power control methods.
  

• Perform simulations and trade studies using OrCAD, SPICE, and SABER.
  

• Lead, mentor, and technically direct project engineering teams and support new business proposals.
  

• Own design reviews, compliance documentation, and root-cause failure analyses.
  

• BSEE required.
  

• 12+ years of relevant electrical design experience focused on power supplies/power conversion.
  

• Deep expertise in resonant power converter topologies and digital control techniques.
  

• Proven track record designing to DO-160, Boeing, or Airbus certification standards.
  

• Experience leading engineering teams or complex developmental hardware programs.
  

• Must meet U.S. Person export-control eligibility requirements.
  

Excellent Salary