Heart Aerospace · 3 months ago
Battery Test & Validation Engineer (High Voltage Packs & Modules)
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $216K/yr
5+ years expHeart Aerospace is developing the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane. They are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Battery Test & Validation Engineer to contribute to the development, testing, and optimization of advanced battery cells for electric aerospace applications.
Aerospace
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of comprehensive test plans and procedures for battery modules and high voltage battery packs designed for aerospace applications
Collaborate closely with the design team to define DFMEA, test requirements and ensure testability of new battery technologies and designs. Support the development of battery system qualification and certification plans
Create and maintain system and sub-system Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&R). Draft and release test plans. Host Test Readiness Reviews
Execute hands on testing for performance, life cycle, environmental, safety, mechanical (shock and vibe), thermal, electrical and homologation testing
Design, build and integrate test fixtures, data acquisition systems, and control software to conduct accurate and repeatable testing
Analyze test data, generate detailed reports, and present findings to cross-functional teams and leadership
Identify failure modes, perform root cause analysis to enhance battery system performance and reliability
Manage external testing labs and vendors as needed
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in battery testing and validation in high-reliability industries
Understanding of battery electrochemistry, performance characteristics, and safety requirements for lithium-ion batteries
Direct hands on experience in high voltage battery system testing and validation for lithium-ion batteries
Experience running battery testing equipment (e.g., cyclers, environmental chambers, safety test equipment) and data acquisition systems
Proficiency in data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB)
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis
Familiarity with high-voltage systems and safety protocols
8+ years of experience in battery testing and validation, preferably within the aerospace, automotive, or other high-reliability industries
Deep understanding of battery electrochemistry, performance characteristics, failure mechanisms, and safety requirements for lithium-ion batteries
Direct hands on experience in high voltage battery system testing and validation for lithium-ion batteries
Experience running battery testing equipment (e.g., cyclers, environmental chambers, safety test equipment) and data acquisition systems
Proficiency in data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB)
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis
Highly efficiency with high-voltage systems and safety protocols
M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or a related field
Preferred
Familiarity with aerospace industry standards, regulatory requirements, qualification and certification processes
Experience with battery modelling and simulation
Knowledge of battery management systems (BMS) and control algorithms
Company
Heart Aerospace
Heart Aerospace is a Swedish startup making electric regional airplanes.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$147.17MKey Investors
Alumni VenturesEuropean Innovation CouncilY Combinator
2024-02-01Series B· $107M
2023-01-01Series Unknown
2021-07-13Series A· $35M
Leadership Team
Ben Stabler
Chief Technology Officer
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