Sr. Engineer, Airframe and Structures Design

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Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company thats developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging industry. By creating a sustainable integrated and human-centered ecosystem we are committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of safety and reliability in todays air transportation system.

The future of mobility starts with people. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to help build a better mobility experience for everyone improving peoples ability to move whether for work or play. Join our dynamic team as we strive to be a part of something greater where potential powers tomorrow!

Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.

What we do:

The Sr. Engineer Airframe and Structures Design is responsible for driving all aspects of design and certification of the airframe structure. From the beginning the role helps to build the fundamental framework of standard processes and procedures within the subject area leading the design team throughout the conceptual preliminary and detail design. This will include the design and build of prototype and flight test aircraft. The Sr. Engineer Airframe and Structure Design contemplates design for manufacturing from concept to production releases and ensures a smooth transition into production with the operations team. The position collaborates with all technical development teams including systems interiors flight technology and manufacturing and is accountable for the airframe meeting its delivery weight and cost targets.

What you can do:

• Translate preliminary and detail requirements into design layouts and fully realized engineering solutions.

• Provide strong technical leadership for the design engineering group.

• Perform airframe design studies layouts and released details and assemblies for primary and secondary structure.

• Work a design from conceptual design through to engineering release.

• Ensure the airframe design meets production rate targets.

• Ensure the airframe design is weight efficient and certifiable.

• Ensure all systems interface requirements are met.

• Research new materials application and design concepts

• Present team independently during interaction with suppliers

• Support the manufacturing team in developing production technology.

• Create 3D models of detail parts and assemblies for prototype and production aircraft.

• Experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

• Develop standard methodologies for airframe design.

• Works with minimal direction

• Serves as technical leader for teams or individuals as needed

• Other duties as assigned

What you can contribute:

• Bachelors in aerospace engineering or a relevant engineering field required; Masters degree in a relevant field preferred

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in airframe design (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)

• Experience with aircraft development programs and Rotorcraft design/industry

• Experience in airframe design liaison and manufacturing

• Skilled in CAD software (Catia UG Pro-E Solidworks)

• Proficiency in composite structures design and fabrication

• Familiarity with additive manufacturing 3DP or advanced technologies

• Experience with project management and Earned Value Management

• Experience with prototyping

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proactive delivery of communication and follow up

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints

• Self-motivated and forward-thinking

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite

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