Senior Power Electronics Engineer

Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), is a global space manufacturer providing cutting-edge technological solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth observation, environmental management, exploration, science, and orbital infrastructure for over 40 years. Our diverse skills and cultures enable clients, including governments and space agencies, to connect, protect, observe, explore, and navigate.

In Spain, Thales is a leader in technology solutions for Defense, Aerospace, Security, Transportation, and Space. It serves as a global center of excellence, generating €320 million in revenue and employing 1,200 people, exporting about 40% of production mainly to the Middle East, North Africa, and Latin America.

The selected candidate will work in a highly innovative environment and participate in international projects.

Mission:

• Design power electronics for embedded systems.
• Understand technical requirements and define solutions.
• Design and simulate DC-DC power systems.
• Design and simulate DC motor subsystems.
• Create schematics.
• Support post-design/layout activities.
• Assist validation activities on test benches.
• Aid testing activities.
• Analyze test results and prepare reports.
• Prepare design documentation.
• Conduct design reviews with clients.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Engineering, preferably Electronics, with a strong foundation in analog power electronics design.
• 2-4 years of experience in DC-DC converter design.
• 2-4 years of experience in magnetic design (winding/planar).
• 2-4 years of experience in control/stability analysis of systems/converters.
• Knowledge of active/passive motor sensors (resolvers, position sensors, limit switches, encoders, etc.).
• Knowledge of EMC design and analysis.
• Proficient in design tools: OrCAD, Pspice, Simplix/Simetrix, Mentor Graphics, DxDesigner.
• Fluent English is required; French proficiency is a plus.
• Experience in Brush DC, BLDC, and stepper motors design and closed-loop control is valuable.
• Knowledge in analog acquisition design and digital design (TC/TM) is a plus.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and programming is beneficial.
• Knowledge of space standards (ECSS) and electronic interface standards is preferred.

Personal Skills:

• Team-oriented.
• Detail-oriented in design processes.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proactive.
• Creative problem solver.
• Leadership ability.

At Thales Alenia Space, we offer CAREERS, not just jobs. With approximately 8,900 employees across 10 countries, 17 sites in Europe, and a plant in the USA, our mobility policy enables employees to develop their careers nationally and internationally. Thales Alenia Space views space as a new frontier, contributing to a better and more sustainable life on Earth. #SpaceForLife. Great journeys start here, apply now!