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Electra.aero · 4 days ago

Principal Flight Physics Engineer

Manassas, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$160K/yr - $200K/yr

12+ years exp

Electra.aero is pioneering sustainable aviation by developing hybrid-electric Ultra Short Takeoff and Landing aircraft. The Principal Flight Physics Engineer will support the development of these aircraft by conducting aerodynamic and propulsion system analysis, supporting flight test planning, and documenting design reviews.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric Vehicle

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support development of aerodynamic and propulsion system models/database and aero propulsive analysis tools

Conduct conceptual and preliminary design studies of eSTOL and analysis of comparator aircraft

Integrate empirical methods, hand calculations, vortex lattice codes, CFD, wind tunnel, and flight test data to analyze aerodynamic performance and stability & control

Own the development of the vehicle aerodynamic database. Support flying qualities assessments

Support flight test planning, instrumentation selection, execution, and data analysis

Document analysis, prepare and present at gated design reviews to demonstrate the adequacy of the design

Qualification

Aerospace engineeringFluid dynamicsCFD proficiency3D CAD proficiencyMATLABSimulinkPythonFortranCAgile developmentDesign optimizationAircraft rapid prototypingFlight testingWind tunnel testingInterpersonal skills

Required

A bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Multidisciplinary, Mechatronic Engineering or related discipline and/or equivalent years of experience and 12+ years of direct Aerospace/Engineering Experience

Experience with the aircraft design process and familiarity with various vehicle analysis tools. Understanding of fluid dynamics, structural mechanics, aircraft sizing, performance, stability and control. Experienced with existing tools for the design and analysis of aircraft systems, propellers, airfoils, motors, and engines

Excellent interpersonal skills, absolute integrity, and a strong work ethic

Familiarity with software development in MATLAB, Simulink, python, Fortran, C

Quick and positive response to change, ability to multitask. Focus on the output rather than the number of hours spent at work. Willingness to work across time-zones

Must be a US Person (Citizen or Green Card)

Preferred

An advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Multidisciplinary, Mechatronic Engineering or related discipline

Experience with detailed aero design. Experience moving from concept to firm OML definition (surfaces, flaps, inlets, fairings, etc.)

Flight or wind tunnel testing experience. Planning, leading, and executing tunnel test campaigns

Aircraft rapid prototyping, hands-on experience

CFD proficiency

3D CAD proficiency (CATIA/Solidworks)

Familiar with continuous integration, agile development methods, and design optimization

Ability to interface with various functions (engineering, manufacturing, contracts, finance, supply chain, HR, IT, etc.) and apply a positive, creative, analytical mindset that motivates the team to push through challenges and meaningfully helps resolve problems (technical, programmatic, interpersonal, etc.) in a startup environment