Power Electronics Engineer- Digital Control and Hardware

We have a unique career opportunity for a
Power Electronics Engineer- Digital Control and Hardware
at our Fort Walton Beach, FL campus.
We will pay for relocation.
About Crane
Crane Aerospace & Electronics
supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Located minutes away from picturesque white-sand beaches and emerald green water, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Fort Walton Beach location is home to our Defense Power business – a leading supplier of high-power solutions for aerospace & defense applications. You'll join a trusted, dynamic organization that supplies prime defense manufacturers with custom radar, directed energy and electric warfare solutions for placement on innovative, next-gen military platforms. Join us and our growing business as we supply solutions that enable the latest defense technology

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Power Electronics Engineer with expertise in programming Digital Signal Controllers, specifically the Texas Instruments (TI) C2000 Delfino series microcontrollers (MCUs), for power converter control applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power electronics, control systems, and embedded programming, and will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing control algorithms for various power conversion systems. You will analyze and design high reliability, high-power AC-DC & DC-DC power converters and power sub-systems for applications including radar, directed energy, and military more electric vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs design and development of power converters incorporating modern topologies to achieve high performance at reasonable cost.
• Design and develop control algorithms for power converters using TI C2000 Delfino series MCUs.
• Implement and optimize control strategies for applications such as DC-DC converters, inverters, and motor drives.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate control algorithms with power electronic hardware.
• Perform system modeling, simulation, and analysis to validate control strategies.
• Perform detailed circuit analysis to verify design compliance to specific performance targets. Analysis to include computer aided modeling and the generation of schematics.
• Prepare and review technical reports/documentation necessary to satisfy customer, internal and program requirements, including specifications, design documents, test plans/procedures, reports, correspondence, etc.
• Support the bid and proposal process through technical assistance, prelimnary designs, research and development, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.
• 8+ years industry experience in electronics power conversion product design and manufacturing
• Expertise in programming TI C2000 Delfino series (or similar) MCUs for power converter control.
• Proven experience in DC-DC, AC-DC converter, or inverter design.
• Strong understanding of power electronics principles, including topologies, switching techniques, and control methods.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming and familiarity with TI Code Composer Studio (CCS) or similar environments.
• Knowledge of digital control theory and techniques, including PID, state-space, and model predictive control.
• Hands-on experience with system modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to document and present technical information clearly.
• Eligibility Requirement: This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Desired

• Demonstrated experience with manufacturing standards and practices.
• Ability to provide leadership to engineering design staff.
• Demonstrated multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• Experience with designing product for harsh environments such as military applications.
• Advanced degree (MSEE / PhD) in power electronics with relevant published research

Top Benefits
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.