Power Electronics Engineer

Job description

Airbus Italia S.p.A.

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2019 it generated revenues of € 70.5 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Job Description

Essential knowledge and skills:

·  Analysis and design capability of power supply and protection of analog and digital equipment’s for all aspects of Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) compliance, including EMI/EMC/EME/ESD/EMP and lightning.
·  Design and develop hardware schematics, PCB layouts and Bills of Materials.
·  Interfaces electrical design (Ethernet, serials, ARINC429, AR INC720, I2C, SPI, CANBUS)
·  Conduct hardware and software level integration and test
·  Conduct qualification test campaign for hardware and software level integration and test for EMI/EMC/EME/ESD/EMP according to MIL or Airborne Standard
·  Develop engineering test requirements and unit/subsystem/system test plans.
·  Previous experience with the design and analysis of power filters, power quality, harmonic distortion, ripple, noise, feedback loop compensation, magnetic design and EMI considerations.
·  Experience in analog and digital power supply design, testing, part selection and derating, as well performing engineering analysis of power electrical circuits and systems.
·  Knowledge of MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-1275, MIL-STD-461,RTCA-DO-160
·  Specific heritage in airborne environment for telecommunication system 
·  Proficiency in the use of Ecad Software
·  Basic knowledge of SATCOM technologies
·  Ability to identify risks and issues and to provide appropriate solutions.
·  Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics Engineering (or similar) and at least five  years of design/development engineering experience, preferably in the military or aerospace industry.
·  Desired behavioral competencies include: Innovation, adaptability, decision making, communications, customer focus, building strategic working relationships, energy, initiating action, quality orientation, managing work.
·  Represent ADS-R in a manner consistent with its leading-edge technical reputation.

Key Responsibilities:

·  Lead the development of AC-DC and DC-DC power supply product requirements through consulting with product manager, project leader and product assurance personnel.
·  Drive the design efforts to meet specified product performance for all aspects of Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) compliance
·  Develop simulation models for the analysis of interference coupling mechanisms, shielding integrity, and circuit/cable interface isolation to mitigate and control conducted/radiated emissions and susceptibility threats.
·  Design and develop hardware schematics, PCB layouts, and Bills of Materials.
·  Design and develop wiring and interconnections for analog and digital hardware

·  Design EMI/EMC compliance testing methodologies, test setup, and supervise their constructions and checkout.
·  Conduct hardware and software level integration and test including documentation of build instructions, control plans, guidelines, test procedures, and test reports.
·  Support and provide technical coordination of the successful execution of EMI/EMC development and certification testing.
·  Ensure traceability between sub system requirements and system requirements.
·  Selection/evaluation/integration of COTs equipment into system/equipment product line
·  Review and translate high level EMI/EMC requirements to the system, S/S and circuit level.
·  Develop simulation models for the analysis of interference coupling mechanisms, shielding integrity, and circuit/cable interface isolation to mitigate and control conducted/radiated emissions and susceptibility threats.
·  Support various aspects of technical project planning, including designs, proposals, cost estimates, schedules and technical interface meetings throughout the program lifecycle.
·  The individual should be a self-starter, versatile, problem solver, and have a willingness to work as part of a team; must be willing to travel occasionally and to move to other locations within the group in order to assist in troubleshooting efforts, attend design review meetings.
·  Be an integral part of the engineering project team and complete assigned efforts within schedule and budget

Desirable Knowledge and Skills:

·  Experience in telecommunications/RF/Antenna  technologies with demonstrable achievements in product development.
·  Strong drive and passion with a high degree of integrity.
·  Strong communication style and ability to use all technologies to ensure clear communications.
·  Ability to matrix-manage and work in collaboration with a diverse set of colleagues across the business unit and across CTO.
·  EMI/EMC specialist  leading assigned program projects and be responsible for the complete compliance process including technical, cost, and schedule performance.

Education:  
Degree in Telecommunication/Electronic Engineering  Degree/5-10  Year Degree

Helpful/Preferred :
• PhD

Language:  
English

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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