Heart Aerospace · 4 days ago
Mechanical Design Engineer, Structures & Airframe
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $105K/yr
0+ years expHeart Aerospace is shaping the future of sustainable aviation with their ES-30 hybrid-electric aircraft. The Mechanical Design Engineer will design and develop aircraft structural components while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance aircraft performance and compliance with aerospace standards.
Aerospace
Responsibilities
This role is a Responsible Engineer (RE) who focuses on the design and development of aircraft structural components
Create and release 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and documentation using NX/Teamcenter or equivalent tools
Optimize structural performance for cost and mass
Perform structural analyses, hand calculations, and FEA activities with mentorship
Define structural requirements, specifications, and test plans
Own structural testing activities, data review, and documentation
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and test teams to resolve design and build issues
Participate in design reviews, continuous improvement and best practices
Learn and apply aerospace standards, GD&T, and manufacturing fundamentals
Qualification
Required
0–2 years of professional experience (internships, co-ops, academic project work) in structural design, aerospace engineering, or a related field
Experience with CAD tools such as Siemens NX, CATIA, Creo, or SolidWorks
Understanding of engineering fundamentals, structural mechanics, and first principles
Exposure to composite and/or metallic structures through coursework, projects, or early industry experience
Familiarity with GD&T and basic manufacturing concepts
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take technical direction
Passion for aircraft design and interest in sustainable aviation
2–5 years of professional industry experience
Exposure to Composite Structures (metallics a plus)
Experience with CAD tools such as Siemens NX, CATIA, Creo, or SolidWorks
Understanding of engineering fundamentals, structural mechanics, and first principles
Familiarity with GD&T and basic manufacturing concepts
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take technical direction
Passion for aircraft design and interest in sustainable aviation
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Preferred
Worked in a startup environment
Hands-on exposure to composite or aluminum part fabrication
Familiarity with NX, CATIA, or other advanced CAD platforms
Academic or early exposure to FAA/EASA certification concepts
Introductory experience with FEA tools and structural analysis methods
Experience leading or working with structural testing, instrumentation, or data analysis
Master's degree (or progress toward one) in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
Company
Heart Aerospace
Heart Aerospace is a Swedish startup making electric regional airplanes.
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (1)
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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