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Pulsed Power R&D Engineer The Pulsed Power team is responsible for developing novel pulsed power technologies for use in space and on-earth. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Pulsed Power R&D Engineer who can rapidly iterate and develop novel pulsed power systems. The ideal candidate will thrive in a resource-constrained environment, capable of transforming vague inputs into functional prototypes through consistent logical questioning and experimentation. This role demands a proactive individual who is mission-focused, capable of working independently, and able to travel to the field when necessary. Tasks: • Lead and apply cutting-edge pulsed power systems. • Rapidly design and iterate innovative prototypes. • Ensure safe and efficient lab testing and operations. • Oversee design specifications and documentation. • Conduct performance, lifetime, and safety testing. • Work hands-on in a resource and schedule-constrained environment. • Refine prototypes based on experimental results. • Perform LTspice modeling tasks. • Develop custom diagnostics from scratch. • Innovate with a logical, problem-solving approach. • Communicate technical concepts clearly to the team and stakeholders. • Drive technological improvements and collaborate across teams. • Experience in high voltage systems and components • Experience in electro-static simulations • Strong first-principles engineering fundamentals. • Expert understanding of pulsed power systems. • Background in plasma physics. • Basic domain knowledge including surface mount soldering, EMI protection of circuits, and control of circuits using Arduinos. • Basic understanding of solid state power components/circuits (e.g. switched mode power supply topologies, power transformers, capacitors, MOSFET’s, thyristors) and integrated circuits. • Excellent communicator with the ability to work well in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, managers, and suppliers. • Hands-on experience with fabrication and troubleshooting. • Excited to work in a startup company culture and atmosphere. • This position is located at Lunar Resources' facility in Houston, TX. Remote work is NOT possible for this position. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. • Proven experience in designing and developing pulsed power systems. • Proficiency in LTSpice or similar circuit simulation tools. • Experience in capacitive energy storage systems, gas and liquid switching, and vacuum power flow. • Excellent experimental and prototyping skills. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Strong first-principles engineering fundamentals. • Expert understanding of pulsed power systems. • Background in plasma physics. • Basic domain knowledge including surface mount soldering, EMI protection of circuits, and control of circuits using Arduinos. • Basic understanding of solid state power components/circuits (e.g. switched mode power supply topologies, power transformers, capacitors, MOSFET’s, thyristors) and integrated circuits. • Excellent communicator with the ability to work well in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, managers, and suppliers. • Hands-on experience with fabrication and troubleshooting. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Excited to work in a startup company culture and atmosphere. • This position is located at Lunar Resources' facility in Houston, TX. Remote work is NOT possible for this position.