Staff Design Engineer - Propulsion
$90k/y-$130k/y
Electra.aero2 days ago
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Summary
Electra.aero is seeking a Staff Design Engineer - Propulsion to join their team in Manassas, VA. The role involves conducting design, analysis, test, and integration of propulsion systems on Electra's hybrid electric eSTOL aircraft.
About the Role
As a Staff Design Engineer - Propulsion, you will be responsible for the mechanical integration of propulsion systems, utilizing NX CAD modeling and analysis tools. Your tasks will include managing physical interfaces, performing modeling and analysis to verify component performance, and preparing presentations for design reviews. You will also communicate design requirements and performance metrics across teams and with suppliers.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related STEM discipline.
- Minimum of 2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering on air vehicles.
- Experience in aerospace component design.
- Understanding of manufacturing methods including machining, composites, and 3D printing.
- Excellent organization and communication skills.
Preferred:
- Experience with mechanical system design and integration for certification to part 23 or 25 standards.
- Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and certification procedures.
- Experience in Siemens NX CAD Software and Teamcenter PLM Software.
- Competency in engineering analysis including structural and thermal dynamics.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Generous PTO and sick leave, company holidays, and paid winter break.
- 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
- Free catered lunches, snacks, drinks, and coffee.
Electra.aero
Electra is a new aerospace company developing and manufacturing hybrid-electric aircraft to advance urban and regional mobility. Our mission is to decarbonize aviation with clean, quiet, environmentally friendly airplanes that can operate without conventional runways and we are backed by some of the biggest players in aerospace. Our world-class team of engineers isn’t afraid to disrupt the status quo and we plan to change the world with modern ideas that challenge conventional thinking. Electra is headquartered in Northern Virginia with operations in Cambridge, MA, and Switzerland and growing quickly.
Manassas, VA