ABOUT MAGNIX

Based in Washington state, magniX is a leader in electric propulsion for aerospace & defense, working to revolutionize how the world connects by transforming the way aircraft are powered. magniX has been at the leading edge of electric propulsion innovation for quite some time, proving our technology in flight. We are now ready to take our technology and products to market. Be part of a passionate team that is ushering in the 3rd era of aviation.

EHS/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

This job operates in a manufacturing and testing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the facility and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Motor Control Engineer II develops and optimizes motion control algorithms for electric motors, ensuring efficiency and reliability. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, system integration and validation, supporting the lifecycle from design to certification while maintaining technical documentation and troubleshooting test findings.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and implement advanced motion control algorithms and simulation models for electric motors, focusing on efficiency, stability, and reliability across varied conditions.
• Architect and test high-performance control platforms for high-power converters/inverters, collaborating on embedded software/firmware implementation using model-based approaches.
• Define test plans, perform validation, and continuously improve algorithms based on test data, considering load variations and thermal impacts.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, substantiation reports, simulation files, test data processing, and reports to align with certification requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of all design files, analysis, and test data in appropriate platforms identified by magniX.
• Contribute to cross-functional collaboration between software, power electronics, electromagnetic, and system teams to ensure seamless integration of motion control designs into the powertrain system.
• Support testing teams in test data processing, test reports, and troubleshooting findings in different test campaigns.