Senior Principal/ Principal Electrical Engineer

About Epirus 

Epirus is a high-growth technology company developing software-defined high-power microwave (HPM) systems with devastating counter-electronics effects on modern drone threats. The Epirus Leonidas HPM family of products, empowered by innovations in AI and microelectronics, is human safe and cost-effective. Distinguishing itself from lasers, Leonidas excels against drone swarms while also bending the cost curve back in DoD's favor - taking drone-defeat costs from millions of dollars per drone to pennies on the dollar. 

Job Summary: The ideal candidate for the position is passionate about electronics and can contribute to product development through all stages of conception, prototype, and productization. This role will focus on the design, test and integration of custom Printed Circuit Board Assemblies and other general electronics responsibilities. In this role, you will work in a fast-paced environment to apply emerging technologies in innovative ways to rapidly produce new products.   

Responsibilities:  

• Design and Development:  

• Design and develop electronic circuits and systems. Own design from concept through customer delivery. 

• Create and maintain detailed schematics, layouts, and documentation.  

• Participate in the selection and specification of components and materials.  

• Delegate work effectively to more junior employees. 

• Testing and Validation:  

• Conduct testing and validation of electronic systems and components to ensure they meet performance and reliability standards.  

• Analyze test data, identify issues, and recommend corrective actions.  

• Troubleshooting and Support:  

• Diagnose and resolve technical issues in electronic systems and components.  

• Assist in failure analysis and root cause investigations.  

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.  

• 12+ years of experience in electronics design, development, and testing.  

• Proficiency in using electronic design software (Altium Designer preferred)  

• Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design.  

• Experience with PCB design and layout.  

• Familiarity with embedded systems and microcontrollers.  

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.  

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.  

Preferred Skills and Experience: 

• Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering preferred 

• Knowledge of power electronics and energy management systems.  

• Experience working with high-voltage DC systems. 

• Experience with compliance testing and regulatory standards.  

• Ownership of designs in high-volume production or aerospace environments 

Additional Requirements: 

• Ability to work in a laboratory environment.  

• Occasionally lift and move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.  

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:  

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.   

People are the most important part of Epirus – and always come first. We don’t believe in the word impossible and are always asking “why not” as work to usher in a new paradigm of power efficiency. Our fast-growing team is agile, creative, and innovative. We support a culture of constant learning and sense of belonging among our team members and know that mentorship matters. We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and beyond. To deliver on our mission, we are always looking for problem solvers, changemakers and innovators to join our fast-growing team.