We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

The sky is no longer the limit as Nidec takes its technology off the ground and into the Aerospace market. As a Systems Engineer with the Nidec Aerospace team, you will have the opportunity to apply and develop your expertise to design electric propulsion systems for battery-powered aircraft that will enable the world to sustainably and efficiently get from point A to point B.

Nidec is the world’s leading electric motor manufacturer and a true pioneer in electrification across a wide array of industries since its foundation in 1973, ranging from appliance, and energy infrastructure, to ground transportation. Nidec Aerospace is a newly created Joint Venture between Nidec and Embraer which intends to take a leading role in the Electrification of Aircrafts. We are well-positioned and excited to support the aerospace industry in its ambitious transition to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

The ideal candidate will embody Nidec’s key pillars of Passion, Enthusiasm, and Tenacity with their passion to learn, enthusiasm to exceed market expectations, and tenacity to solve complex technical issues. From ideation to production, you will work with a diverse and experienced team of design engineers to support aerospace industry leaders and spearhead technological advances in transport decarbonization.

Job Description

The Electric Propulsion Systems and Maturity Engineer will spearhead the development of cutting-edge electric propulsion systems for aerospace applications. This role encompasses the entire lifecycle from system specification and conceptual design to detailed design, prototyping, integration, qualification, and certification.

Location: Atlanta, Georgia USA

Key Responsibilities

System Requirements Capture: Gather and review system requirements from customer specifications.
Customer Interaction: Engage with customers to review and validate requirements.
Certification Compliance: Ensure all certification requirements are captured and validated.
System Architecture: Define the overall system architecture, including electrical and data interfaces.
Safety and Reliability Analysis: Conduct thorough safety and reliability analyses.
Requirements Flow Down: Translate system requirements into detailed equipment requirements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with equipment engineers and safety engineers to define attributes and support safety assessments.
Design Review: Evaluate equipment designs for compliance with system objectives.
Qualification and Maturity Plans: Develop and execute comprehensive qualification and maturity plans.
Test Procedures: Specify test setups and elaborate on procedures for functional, performance, environmental, and electromagnetic qualification.
Testing and Troubleshooting: Execute qualification tests, analyze results, and troubleshoot system issues.
Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on test results, problem reports, and system verification.
Health Monitoring Strategies: Develop procedures for HALT, HASS, ESS, endurance testing, and health monitoring.

Technical Attributes and Experience Essential

Proven experience in new product development and phase-gate processes.
Expertise in developing electromechanical propulsion or actuation systems.
Proficiency in high voltage motor control equipment development.
Strong background in requirements-based development, management, and V&V processes.
Familiarity with airworthiness certification requirements.
Experience in safety assessment, FMEA, and FTA.
Knowledge of reliability growth, product maturity, and readiness.
Proficiency in ESS, HALT, HASS, and endurance tests.
Experience with PHM, ARP 4754A, and DO-160.
Proficiency in IBM DOORS or JAMA, MATLAB, and Simulink.
Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity.
Effective communication and networking skills.
Strong collaboration, planning, and organizational skills.
Attention to detail and innovation.
Interpersonal savvy and action-oriented mindset.
Ability to optimize work processes and balance stakeholder needs.
Resilience, customer focus, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Preferred

Experience with power electronics and motor control.
Expertise in safety assessment and reliability prediction.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related field.
At least 7 years of experience in motor control and modeling.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment, driving innovation in electric propulsion systems for the aerospace industry.

Additional Job Details

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.