[Remote] Principal Energy Systems Engineer - High Power Density for Floating & Airborne Sovereign AI Beyond SOF

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Dice is transforming U.S. Navy ships into autonomous combat data centers with a focus on sovereign, resilient edge AI compute. They are seeking a Principal Energy Systems Engineer to lead the power density roadmap for floating and airborne AI systems, ensuring high-performance under extreme conditions. Responsibilities • Architect and lead end-to-end high-power-density power delivery systems (grid-side and load-side) for 100 kW to multi-MW AI compute platforms in marine and airborne environments • Design modern solid-state power conversion architectures using latest SiC/GaN components, advanced transformers, rectifiers, and high-voltage medium-voltage distribution that meet or exceed MIL-STD-1399 (shipboard electrical power), MIL-STD-461 (EMC), National Electrical Code, and all relevant high-power engineering standards • Drive extreme power density and energy storage solutions-ORv3-level packaging, next-gen battery/inverter integration, and custom hyperscale-inspired power delivery networks optimized for weight, thermal, and survivability • Be the principal technical authority on power systems across floating and airborne platforms-owning requirements, architecture, simulation, validation, and integration from concept through deployment • Leverage advanced simulation tools (Altair or equivalent) to model, optimize, and de-risk high-power designs under real-world naval/airborne conditions • Collaborate directly with AI hardware, mechanical, thermal, and mission teams to deliver breakthrough energy density without compromising reliability or safety Skills • Deep expertise in high-power (100 kW-MW), medium- and high-voltage power supply design using modern solid-state technologies • Hands-on experience with MIL-STD-1399, MIL-STD-461, NEC, and related shipboard/aerospace power standards • Proven track record delivering production or flight-qualified power systems in defense, aerospace, or high-performance energy storage environments • Proficiency with industry-leading simulation tools (Altair preferred) • MS EE (or equivalent) strongly preferred; Professional Engineer (PE) license a significant plus • Experience building this for airborne platforms • Hands-on experience designing, integrating, or upgrading high-power-density electrical power systems for airborne platforms such as the C-130J Super Hercules (or equivalent military aircraft) with supplemental/additional onboard power generation of 25 kW or greater (e.g., enhanced 60/90 kVA generators and 400 A regulated transformer rectifier units that significantly increase mission electrical capacity) • Deep familiarity with MIL-STD-704 (Aircraft Electric Power Characteristics), including power quality requirements for AC (115/200 V, 400 Hz) and DC systems, voltage/frequency transients, normal/abnormal/emergency operations, and compatibility between aircraft power sources and utilization equipment • Experience qualifying hardware to RTCA/DO-160 (especially Section 16 - Power Input) along with related aerospace environmental and power testing standards • Practical knowledge of aircraft power architectures, including generator systems, transformer rectifier units (TRUs), power distribution buses, load analysis, and high-density power conversion optimized for weight, altitude, vibration, and thermal extremes in flight-qualified environments Benefits • Significant equity in a well-funded defense-tech company executing at speed • Fully remote (US preferred) with occasional travel to partner sites and test facilities • Whatever you need-simulation tools, test hardware, fabrication partners-to deliver at the highest level Company Overview • Dice is a job-searching platform for technology professionals. It is a sub-organization of DHI Group. It was founded in 1990, and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.dice.com.