Power Systems Engineer Verified today
About Momentus
Momentus is an early mover in in-space transportation and infrastructure services. We have developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system with a team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers.
The Role
We are seeking a Power Systems Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain advanced power systems. You will ensure the reliability, efficiency, and sustainability of power supply for spacecraft, addressing both technical and economic aspects of power system design and operation. Energy systems are critical for powering spacecraft and supporting long-duration missions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, analyze, and support power systems, including power distribution, power conditioning, and battery interfaces
- Perform power budgeting, load analysis, and efficiency trade studies across mission phases
- Analyze and design systems in a collaborative multidiscipline environment
- Demonstrate high proficiency in circuit analysis, test, and troubleshooting
- Write clear and concise reports that document your work
- Provide power system expertise during system integration and performance testing
Required Skills and Experience
- Proficiency in all phases of engineering development (requirements, design, test, and production)
- Experience using industry-specific tools to analyze and test electronic systems
- Ability to write technical documents and procedures
- Experience with spacecraft or aerospace power systems, including battery management systems (BMS)
- Familiarity with power integrity analysis, grounding strategies, and high-current PCB layout techniques
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent technical and written communication skills
Desired Skills and Experience
- Previous experience working on DoD and other USG development and deployment programs
- Ability to hold and maintain a USG Security Clearance
Education and Work Experience
- Master's in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent with 5+ years experience, OR
- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years experience
Compensation and Benefits
Annual Base Salary Range: $140,000 - $195,000 per year. Base pay is determined within this range based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, and location.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k retirement plan, short and long term disability and life insurance, flexible PTO, 11 paid holidays, sick time, and paid parental leave.
Employment Details
Full-time position in San Jose, California. This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) is required.