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Senior Electrical Engineer- Power Converter/ Systems Design

General Dynamics
Scottsdale, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 8 years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS::

Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

GDMS has an immediate opening for a Senior Power Converter Design Engineer. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation's core defense/intelligence services and systems. GDMS employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

Senior Advanced Power Converter Design Engineers research, design, develop and test high-reliability power systems for electronic equipment and systems at GDMS including: radar detection/communications equipment and systems, circuitry components, computers, and Digital Signal Processing equipment.

The Senior Power Converter Design Engineer will:
  • Exercise creative thinking and ideation to advance our business performance.
  • Deliver innovative, flexible, integrated solutions to meet customers' changing business needs.
  • Support and engage in programs, projects and practices behind the GDMS culture and strategy, and comply with all policies and procedures.
  • Collaborate with systems, mechanical, and other engineering teams
  • Follow industry and department trends and developments to ensure GDMS services are consistent with, and/or superior to, industry best practices.
  • Provide technical leadership and/or direction to junior designers

Experience:
  • Experience defining requirements and specifications
  • Experience with schematic capture and simulation tools
  • Experience designing multi-layer Printed Circuit Boards for power applications
  • Experience with DC-DC power converter design for various converter topologies and point of load regulators
  • Experience with Worst Case Analysis and Stress Analysis
  • Test and trouble-shooting experience with power converter hardware
  • Familiar with EMI/EMC design practices
  • Demonstrates initiative on assignments, exercises strong independent judgment
  • Able to technically lead/mentor junior engineers

Preferred Experience:
  • Preferred experience using Mentor/Siemens design tools
  • High Reliability or Space design experience
  • Proposal development experience

Our Commitment to You:
  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-benefits

Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site, OR Hybrid/Flex as desired.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Scottsdale, AZ location

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $142,696.00 - USD $158,303.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000 top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Salary : $142,696 - $158,303

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