A control system is disclosed. The control system has a switched reluctance generator coupled to provide electrical power through a DC bus to a motor. The control system also has a controller in communication with the switched reluctance generator, the motor, and the DC bus. The controller is configured to receive an indication of an amount torque or power required by the motor, determine a conduction angle of the switched reluctance generator based on the amount of torque or power required by the motor; and energize the DC bus with the electrical power provided by the switched reluctance generator based on the optimal conduction angle.