{"data":{"id":162698,"slug":"senior-rd-engineer-advanced-electromagnetic-propulsion-systems-2","type":"job","title":"Senior R&D Engineer - Advanced Electromagnetic Propulsion Systems","description":"Role Overview\nWe are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Senior R&D Engineer (Electromagnetic Propulsion) to lead the physical modelling, simulation, and experimental validation of a next-generation, multistage Electromagnetic Launch System.\nIn this role, you will bridge the gap between advanced physics theory and cutting-edge engineering. You will be responsible for defining the mathematical framework of inductance acceleration, optimizing pulsed-power efficiency, managing extreme thermal\/mechanical stresses, and building physical prototypes to validate your models. If you thrive on solving highly complex, multi-physics problems and want to shape the future of high-velocity propulsion tech, this is your next challenge.\n\nCore Responsibilities\n\n1. Physics Modelling & Electromagnetic Analysis\n\u2022 Develop the fundamental mathematical frameworks and multi-physics models (electromagnetic, thermal, and material physics) to describe inductance acceleration and transient system behaviours.\n\u2022 Investigate complex magnetic Lorentz forces, skin effects, and proximity effects acting on coils under high-frequency, time-varying currents.\n\u2022 Utilize advanced simulation tools to analyse a large parameter space (coil geometry, shape, size, and turn count) to optimize magnetic field production and projectile acceleration.\n\n2. Multistage System Architecture & Optimization\n\u2022 Design and analyse multistage acceleration configurations, defining the optimal number of stages, mutual stage interactions, and microsecond-level activation timing architectures.\n\u2022 Optimize the stored-to-kinetic energy conversion efficiency by minimizing unutilized magnetic flux, ohmic\/resistive losses, and eddy current heating.\n\u2022 Define the boundary conditions, switching requirements, pulse shapes, and power regulation dependencies for the electrical and control subsystems.\n\n3. Component Design & System Integration\n\u2022 Collaborate with external project partners to integrate custom-engineered, high-current pulsed-power coils optimized for mechanical stability and thermal resilience.\n\u2022 Oversee the concept design of specialized payloads to ensure seamless compatibility with the electromagnetic launch environment.\n\u2022 Address system-level integration challenges arising from high-intensity electromagnetic fields on surrounding components.\n\n4. Thermal Management & Power Control\n\u2022 Identify transient heat sources within the accelerator stages and propose highly effective thermal management and cooling solutions.\n\u2022 Optimize the physical routing of the electrical power supply to the coil inductors to handle extreme stress environments.\n\n5. Experimental Validation & Safety\n\u2022 Design, build, and operate an experimental test setup to validate simulation data, testing for acceleration efficiency, discharge pulse dynamics, and heat management.\n\u2022 Conduct comprehensive safety analyses on high-voltage and high-energy electromagnetic components.\n\u2022 Establish strict safety protocols and ensure total compliance with relevant electrical safety standards for pulsed-power operations.\n\nRequired Technical Skills & Experience:\n\n\u2022 Education: Master's or Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a highly related field with a focus on Electromagnetics.\n\u2022 Simulation Mastery: Extensive experience with multi-physics simulation software (e.g., COMSOL, Altair Flux, or MATLAB\/Simulink) focusing on transient electromagnetic fields.\n\u2022 Pulsed Power Expertise: Knowledge of inductance acceleration, magnetic forces, high-current switching, and power electronics.\n\u2022 Thermal & Mechanical Insight: Familiarity with managing thermal dissipation and mechanical stress in high-energy electrical systems.\n\u2022 Hands-on Testing: Experience setting up laboratory diagnostics, high-speed data acquisition systems, and working safely with high-voltage hardware.\n\nPreferred Attributes:\n\n\u2022 Experience in advanced aerospace or defence R&D, specifically in coil gun or linear induction motor technologies.\n\u2022 Strong collaborative skills for working alongside external manufacturing and project partners.\n\u2022 A meticulous approach to safety protocols and risk analysis.\n\nWhat We Offer\n\n\u2022 Cutting-Edge Projects: Work on a disruptive, first-of-its-kind electromagnetic technology program.\n\u2022 Collaborative Culture: Join a highly collaborative environment alongside leading industry partners and academic experts.\n\u2022 Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and continuous professional development paths.\n\nDue to the nature of this project, applicants must be eligible to obtain the required national security clearances.\n\nOpen to All\nWe focus on your expertise, not your other circumstances. We are open to adapting the role or workplace according to your needs.","language":"sv","is_translated":true,"title_original":"Senior R&D Engineer  Advanced Electromagnetic Propulsion Systems","description_original":"Role Overview\nWe are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Senior R&D Engineer (Electromagnetic Propulsion) to lead the\nphysical modelling, simulation, and experimental validation of a next-generation, multistage Electromagnetic\nLaunch System.\nIn this role, you will bridge the gap between advanced physics theory and cutting-edge engineering. You will be\nresponsible for defining the mathematical framework of inductance acceleration, optimizing pulsed-power\nefficiency, managing extreme thermal\/mechanical stresses, and building physical prototypes to validate your\nmodels. If you thrive on solving highly complex, multi-physics problems and want to shape the future of high-\nvelocity propulsion tech, this is your next challenge.\nCore Responsibilities\n1. Physics Modelling & Electromagnetic Analysis\n\uf0b7 Develop the fundamental mathematical frameworks and multi-physics models (electromagnetic, thermal,\nand material physics) to describe inductance acceleration and transient system behaviours.\n\uf0b7 Investigate complex magnetic Lorentz forces, skin effects, and proximity effects acting on coils under\nhigh-frequency, time-varying currents.\n\uf0b7 Utilize advanced simulation tools to analyse a large parameter space (coil geometry, shape, size, and\nturn count) to optimize magnetic field production and projectile acceleration.\n2. Multistage System Architecture & Optimization\n\uf0b7 Design and analyse multistage acceleration configurations, defining the optimal number of stages,\nmutual stage interactions, and microsecond-level activation timing architectures.\n\uf0b7 Optimize the stored-to-kinetic energy conversion efficiency by minimizing un-utilized magnetic flux,\nohmic\/resistive losses, and eddy current heating.\n\uf0b7 Define the boundary conditions, switching requirements, pulse shapes, and power regulation\ndependencies for the electrical and control subsystems.\n3. Component Design & System Integration\n\uf0b7 Collaborate with external project partners to integrate custom-engineered, high-current pulsed-power\ncoils optimized for mechanical stability and thermal resilience.\n\uf0b7 Oversee the concept design of specialized payloads to ensure seamless compatibility with the\nelectromagnetic launch environment.\n\uf0b7 Address system-level integration challenges arising from high-intensity electromagnetic fields on\nsurrounding components.\n4. Thermal Management & Power Control\n\uf0b7 Identify transient heat sources within the accelerator stages and propose highly effective thermal\nmanagement and cooling solutions.\n\uf0b7 Optimize the physical routing of the electrical power supply to the coil inductors to handle extreme stress\nenvironments.\n5. Experimental Validation & Safety\n\uf0b7 Design, build, and operate an experimental test setup to validate simulation data, testing for acceleration\nefficiency, discharge pulse dynamics, and heat management.\n\n\n\uf0b7 Conduct comprehensive safety analyses on high-voltage and high-energy electromagnetic components.\n\uf0b7 Establish strict safety protocols and ensure total compliance with relevant electrical safety standards for pulsed-power operations.\nRequired Technical Skills & Experience:\n\uf0b7 Education: Master\u2019s or Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a highly related field with a focus on\nElectromagnetics.\n\uf0b7 Simulation Mastery: Extensive experience with multi-physics simulation software (e.g., COMSOL,\nAltair Flux, or MATLAB\/Simulink) focusing on transient electromagnetic fields.\n\uf0b7 Pulsed Power Expertise: Knowledge of inductance acceleration, magnetic forces, high-current\nswitching, and power electronics.\n\uf0b7 Thermal & Mechanical Insight: Familiarity with managing thermal dissipation and mechanical stress in\nhigh-energy electrical systems.\n\uf0b7 Hands-on Testing: Experience setting up laboratory diagnostics, high-speed data acquisition systems,\nand working safely with high-voltage hardware.\nPreferred Attributes:\n\uf0b7 Experience in advanced aerospace or defence R&D, specifically in coil gun, or linear induction motor\ntechnologies.\n\uf0b7 Strong collaborative skills for working alongside external manufacturing and project partners.\n\uf0b7 A meticulous approach to safety protocols and risk analysis.\nWhat We Offer\n\uf0b7 Cutting-Edge Projects: Work on a disruptive, first-of-its-kind electromagnetic technology program.\n\uf0b7 Collaborative Culture: Join a highly collaborative environment alongside leading industry partners and\nacademic experts.\n\uf0b7 Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and continuous professional development paths.\nDue to the nature of this project, applicants must be eligible to obtain the required national security clearances.\n\u00d6ppen f\u00f6r alla\nVi fokuserar p\u00e5 din kompetens, inte dina \u00f6vriga f\u00f6ruts\u00e4ttningar. 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