0187 - Staff Mechanical Engineer
0187 - Staff Mechanical Engineer
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$ 64975 - 152550
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Job Description
About Electra:
Electras next gen mission is to develop Ultra Short aircraft built for Direct Aviation. We are redefining the next level of connectivity pioneering direct aviation without airports emissions or noise. Electras Ultra Short aircraft will revolutionize air travel by bringing it closer to where we live work and play making new connections possible. This makes a new venture like Electra exciting and fastpaced. Headquartered in Northern Virginia were on a quest to build a team of insanely talented people who want to do meaningful work.
Position Overview
Electra.aero a nextgen aerospace technology company seeks a dynamic and energetic StaffMechanical Engineer. This role will lead the IPT design analysis test and integration of vehicle subsystems on Electras 9passenger hybrid electric eSTOL (electric short takeoff and landing) aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a strong background leading system design analysis and integration within a fastpaced innovative environment.
We are seeking a candidate with the following key experience and skills:
- Manage and lead the development of vehicle subsystems from system architecture through integration.
- Providing subject matter expertise technical review design guidance and mentoring.
- Developing subsystem and component requirements compatible with safety performance and business objectives.
- Selecting and managing suppliers/partners providing guidance to help meet the required integrated product engineering team deliverables.
- Managing functional and physical interfaces between the vehicle subsystems and the vehicle.
- Performing/reviewing analysis modeling and simulation to verify subsystems and components meet performance and safety requirements.
- Interfacing with customers suppliers partners and internal stakeholders to ensure program alignment.
- Communicating information about vehicle subsystem design requirements and performance between the design team management customer subcontractors and vendors.
- Understanding program objectives and requirements to conduct trade studies and define architectures requirements and interfaces between subsystems.
- Preparing and presenting at gated design reviews to demonstrate the adequacy of the design.
- Minimum of 2years of experience in mechanical engineering on air vehicles with bachelors degree in mechanical engineering (or related STEM discipline).
Required Skills:
- Experience integrating electrical and mechanical systems into air vehicles
- Experience with mechanical system design and integration for certification to part 23 or 25 standards
- Experience designing mechanical parts (CAD). Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining sheet metal composites 3D printing injection molding composite lamination etc)
- High competence with and fluid use of engineering first principles
- A strong work ethic and ability to independently meet and lead the areas described by the responsibilities and essential functions.
- Excellent organization and communication skills.
- Other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications:
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) certification procedures (especially Part 23 and relevant industry standards.
- Experience in Siemens NX CAD Software and Teamcenter PLM Software
- Experience developing aircraft subsystem layouts performing architectural trade studies and evaluating vendor performance data
- Experience in multiple vehicle systems (including landing gear ice protection thermal management fire protection fuel etc.
- Competency in engineering analysis including structural thermal multibody dynamics and electrical
- US Person (Citizen or Green Card) Preferred
Location:
- Headquarters in Manassas VA.To encourage close collaboration this position is45 days in the office with some virtual work allowed
Electras salary range for this position is: $64975..00
Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors including project budgets jobrelated skills experience relevant education and/or training role level location and project.
Compensation and Benefits:
In addition to offering an exciting work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making Ultra Short flight a reality at Electra we offer an unparalleled total rewards package. Electra offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision STD LTD and life insurance generous PTO and sick leave company holidays paid winter break and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting. Life at Electra includes a variety of perks such as free catered lunches amazing coffee snacks drinks fruit free parking and opportunities for much more.
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in a warehouse/aviation and office environment which requires proper safety precautions. Work may require some physical effort in handling light materials boxes power tools prototypes and different materials or equipment. Due to the nature of our business and projects some fieldwork may be required working in both indoor and outdoor conditions. You may need to lift up to 50 lbs.
Commitment
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace to apply for our job openings. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.
Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic predisposition or carrier status veteran status citizenship status or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.
Electra is an EVerify employer.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
