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Electra.aero · 5 months ago

Principal Propulsion Engineer

Historic District, 10761 James Payne Court, Manassas, VA, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$160K/yr - $200K/yr

10+ years exp

Electra.aero is pioneering sustainable aviation by developing hybrid-electric aircraft designed to transform regional air mobility. The Principal Propulsion Engineer will lead the development of a hybrid electric propulsion system, overseeing supplier interactions, defining requirements, and ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric Vehicle

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the development of the turbogenerator for the hybrid electric propulsion system, including working with suppliers to define interfaces, develop and track requirements, manage schedule, and mitigate risk

Develop requirements for the turbogenerator and the larger propulsion system, compatible with the program-level safety, performance, certification, and business objectives

Conduct the evaluation, selection, and oversight of suppliers for propulsion equipment

Understand turbine engine performance, manufacturing costs and lead times to conduct trade studies and define architectures

Work with the FAA and government authorities to define means of compliance for a turbogenerator system as well as its installation into the aircraft, execute the required testing/analysis, document the results and answer follow-up questions

Utilize analysis, modeling, and simulation tools to mechanically and functionally integrate the turbogenerator into the aircraft

Document and present technical data to internal stakeholders and external customers

Conduct the detailed design activities for the propulsion system, including BOM development, interface management, power, and weight management, hardware and software design definition, and analysis activities

Provide hands-on support for propulsion system integration and test activities

Collaborate with program management, other IPTs, and functional groups to accomplish team goals

Write for government contracts

Other Duties as assigned

Qualification

Hybrid aerospace propulsion systemsTurbine engine designElectric machine sizingMatlab/Simulink modelingCAD modelingCertification Reports writingFlight testing participationDesign standards understanding