Tech Specialist - Aircraft Power Electronics (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Tech Specialist - Aircraft Power Electronics (Aerospace): Providing senior technical leadership for the architecture, design, and certification of safety-critical power electronics for aircraft power distribution with an accent on HVDC/AC conversion and wide-bandgap semiconductors. Focus on driving the adoption of SiC and GaN technologies, ensuring compliance with safety-critical frameworks (DAL A), and defining engineering standards for high-voltage systems.

Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid home/office working)

Company

hirify.global is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry.

What you will do

• Lead the power electronics technical strategy and technology roadmap for high-voltage DC and AC aircraft power distribution.
• Define and solve complex engineering problems involving HVDC/AC conversion, protection, thermal design, and EMC.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and coordination to engineering teams to deliver projects on time and with high quality.
• Act as the senior technical authority and customer-facing escalation point for high-voltage power systems.
• Drive the adoption of advanced power electronics technologies, including SiC, GaN, and model-based design.
• Support bid activities by providing technical input, cost estimation, and risk identification.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent substantial industry experience.
• Must be able to work in the UK without restrictions and be prepared to undergo UK National Security Vetting.
• Advanced expertise in high-voltage power electronics design and safety-critical frameworks (ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-178C, DO-254, DO-160).
• Strong experience in EMC design and compliance for high-speed switching systems.
• Proficiency in simulation and analysis tools such as SPICE and PLECS/PSIM.
• Substantial experience in complex engineering environments, particularly with safety-critical systems.

Nice to have

• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent.
• Postgraduate study or specialized training in power electronics, EMC, or high-voltage safety.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid home/office working options with flexibility within core working hours.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell an additional 5 days.
• Comprehensive financial security including life assurance (4x annual salary) and pension scheme with up to 8% employer contributions.
• Funded health benefits and a flexible benefits package.
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events.