Manager, Motor Mechanical (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Manager, Motor Mechanical (Aerospace): Leading the mechanical design of high-performance electric motors for eVTOL aircraft with an accent on stator/rotor assemblies and structural integrity. Focus on translating electromagnetic theory into robust hardware, overseeing CAD/GD&T specifications, and managing the full hardware development cycle from concept to production.

Location: San Jose, California, United States. hirify.global is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Salary: $175,000 - $225,000

Company

An aerospace company building all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to advance sustainable air mobility.

What you will do

• Manage, mentor, and grow a team of mechanical design engineers, overseeing professional development and project priorities.
• Direct the detailed mechanical design of stator and rotor assemblies, ensuring weight and thermal performance requirements are met.
• Lead design reviews and provide final sign-off on CAD models, technical drawings, and advanced GD&T.
• Oversee FEA strategies and development testing to validate strength, dynamic, and fatigue requirements.
• Partner with electromagnetic, thermal, and manufacturing teams to implement DFM and ensure components meet aviation standards.
• Triage and resolve critical technical issues discovered during design, manufacturing, and testing cycles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in electric machine mechanical design with 2+ years of direct people management experience.
• Expert-level proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (NX preferred) and 2D drawing creation.
• Deep understanding of electric motor construction, including lamination stacks, winding, and magnet retention.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as laser welding, potting, and injection molding.
• Must be authorized to work in the US; no visa sponsorship is available.

Nice to have

• Aerospace development and certification experience (FAA/EASA).
• Experience with high-speed rotor dynamics and balancing.
• Proficiency with FEA software packages like ANSYS or NASTRAN.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, MS Project, or Smartsheet.

Culture & Benefits

• Dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces diversity.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electric aviation technology solving complex hardware challenges.
• Performance-based rewards system aligned with business strategy.