POWER ELECTRONICS ENGINEER

IENAI SPACE is an early-stage startup located in Madrid, developing an end-to-end ecosystem of in-space mobility products, including propulsion systems and engineering SaaS. We are a highly innovative company in the “New Space” sector; the team is made up of a dynamic and multidisciplinary group of engineers, PhDs and developers, looking to revolutionize space mobility for the adoption of propulsion products in the smallest of satellites. We recently kickstarted our commercial phase with our first product: 360™, a Mission and Space Mobility analysis SaaS.Our mission is to build tailored, end-to-end space mobility products and services for the next generation of small satellites empowering a sustainable new space economy. We believe this is possible because we rely on our values: Infinite Innovation, Extraterrestrial Excellence, Planetary Passion and Cosmic Collaboration.How will you contribute to IENAI SPACE?As Power Electronics Engineer, your mission will be to develop and optimize high-voltage power electronics for the ATHENA Nano and Pico thrusters. You will play a key role in the development and enhancement of a quasi-resonant Flyback converter with symmetric high-voltage outputs. Join our dedicated team as we work to refine this high-voltage converter into a robust, mature, and fully space-qualified device.Your key responsibilities will include:Design and simulation: utilize advanced design and simulation tools for power electronics.Component selection: identify and select appropriate components for optimal performance and reliability.PCB design: responsible for PCB layout and routing to meet design specifications.Thermal management: conduct thermal calculations and simulations to ensure efficient thermal performance.Understanding parasitics: demonstrate a thorough understanding of parasitic elements and non-schematic components affecting performance.Testing setup: design, plan, and execute complex in-house thermal pre-qualification and EMC pre-compliance test setups.Documentation and reporting: Produce comprehensive documentation and reports to track project progress and maintain clear communication within the team.What is your department like?You will be part of our Electrical Engineering and Electronics team, which is part of our Electric Propulsion department. This team is in charge of designing, testing, manufacturing and has the mission of continuous improvement of the electronic devices that enable thruster operation.What will make you succeed?We are looking for (must have):Preferred: Master's degree in Power Electronics Engineering, or another degree with a strong focus on electronics development.4-7 years of experience in developing power electronics.Spoken and written professional proficiency in English. Fast learner, ‘hands-on’, autonomous, team player, project leader and proactive.We also value (nice to have):Experience in developing electronics for space applicationsExperience with ECSS or NASA standards for electronicsExperience in environmental testing (of electronics) for space applicationsExperience working in automotiveExperience in FMECA analysisWhat benefits do we offer you at IENAI SPACE?⏰ Schedule: we know that everyone works at their own pace, so you are free to organise your day in the way that works best for you. Whether it's making the most of your mornings or having more time in the afternoons, this flexibility will help you better balance your work and personal life.💼 A full-time contract of 40h per week.🏠 Work from home: we value contact with each other and sharing experiences, learning and knowledge. But we also know that the key to a successful team is flexibility and balance. That's why we have a hybrid working model that allows you to work from home up to 9 days a month.🎄 Holidays: We all know that we need to rest and recharge our batteries in order to give our best every day. That's why, as addition to the 23 days of holiday, we're offering you an extra 6 days of holiday over the Christmas period (from 24 December to 2 January, both included).🩺 Health insurance: your health is important to us, which is why we offer you a free private health insurance.🚀A dynamic environment and a motivated team committed to a unique and fast-growing project.💪 Responsibility and autonomy.What will your recruitment process be like?Here is a quick overview of the recruitment process:We will review your application.Our values are part of IENAI culture, so, if your application meets the requirements of the job, you will have a conversation with the People department to explore how you've embodied our core values in your past experiences.Afterwards there will be a technical interview with the team to check your skills and technical knowledge.Sometimes the hiring process will require a technical exercise to assess how you could apply logic and structure to different scenarios.Finally, you will meet our founders.If everything you've read matches what you're looking for in your next adventure, don't hesitate to apply via LinkedIn or by email (careers@ienai.space with [APPLICATION POWER ELECTRONICS ENGINEER] in the subject.)We are looking forward to meeting you ✨