Eaton is seeking a Principal Engineer– Power Distribution to join our Aerospace Fluid and Electrical Distribution Division! This hybrid role may be located within 50 miles of any Eaton Aerospace location. Up to 25% travel is required.

Position Overview:
As a Principal Engineer in a global role, you will apply your technical expertise to advance new product lines including power distribution, converters, inverters, and electric propulsion. You will collaborate with Senior leaders to drive Eaton Aerospace electrification strategy, with a goal to expand our footprint in electric aircraft and personal air taxis (EVTOL, ECTOL). You will lead innovation activities and be involved in cradle to grave development projects on embedded controls product lifecycle.

As an Aerospace industry expert, you will work to enhance power conversion and distribution and its components (Digital and Analog Electronics; switch mode high power, high voltage, highly efficient, high power density DC-AC inverters, DC/DC, AC/DC converters). You will use Aerospace Industry standards DO-254/160 and ARP4754A to ensure quality and compliance.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other STEM related discipline (e.g Physics, Computer Science, Electrical, etc.) from an accredited institution is required
• 10 years of experience with new product development specializing in electrical and electronic embedded components and systems
• 5 years of experience in Aerospace electronics or other field requiring high integrity/reliability in harsh environments
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

• Design for Six Sigma
• Green of Black Belt Certification

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