Electrical Power Systems Manager

Location: El Segundo, California, OnsiteCompensation: 150,000 to 200,000 USD per yearU.S. Citizenship Required (Security Clearance Eligible)Electrical Power Systems ManagerDarwin Space is partnered with an exciting national security space company building high-performance small satellites for critical U.S. government missions. They are expanding their leadership team with an Electrical Power Systems Manager who will lead the engineering group responsible for all spacecraft Electrical Power System architecture and development activities.The role requires a mix of people leadership, technical depth and the ability to operate within complex, fast-moving programs supporting national security customers. The team values clear communication, strong organization, technical judgement and a proactive approach to problem solving.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the EPS engineering team and act as the primary point of contact for technical, budget and resource allocation matters.Oversee EPS architecture definition for multiple spacecraft buses and coordinate with other subsystems.Maintain cost and schedule inputs, resolve technical issues and mature the technical processes used across the team.Manage staffing, provide technical oversight, coaching and performance management, and mentor team members.Provide cost, schedule and technical inputs to programs, support proposal efforts, and coordinate with engineering, programs and manufacturing.Develop, refine and improve EPS team processes; create development schedule templates, key artifacts and reviews.Support transition from development work into mature products and collaborate with other subsystem leads to solve technical challenges.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Information Science, Mathematics or related field.Three or more years of experience with spacecraft solar arrays, electrical systems or power systems analysis.Three or more years of hands-on electronics design experience in EPS, Command and Data Handling, RF or GNC.Experience supporting electrical power systems including design, verification, troubleshooting and anomaly resolution.Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex topics clearly.Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.Security RequirementsMust be a U.S. citizen.Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance.Preferred QualificationsExperience qualifying space avionics.One or more years of program management or IPT leadership.Active TS or TS/SCI clearance.Compensation and BenefitsBase salary between $150,000 and $200,000 USD.Comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision.Retirement and savings plans.Paid time off and holidays.Additional variable compensation opportunities.Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.J-18808-Ljbffr