Design Engineer, Turboshaft Integration (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Design Engineer, Turboshaft Integration (Aerospace): Integration of turboshaft systems into an all-electric aircraft with an accent on mechanical interfaces, fuel, oil, and thermal system integrations. Focus on optimizing installation for mass and safety, and defining testing conditions for performance verification.

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

Salary: $172,000 - $216,000

Company

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

What you will do

• Own the integration of the turboshaft into the aircraft, managing all mechanical interfaces.
• Oversee the correct operation of the turboshaft within its specific operating environment.
• Manage the integration of fuel, oil, exhaust, thermal, and other critical systems.
• Define pass criteria and testing conditions for performance verification.
• Optimize the installation for mass, performance, maintainability, and safety.

Requirements

• BS, MS, or PhD in a related scientific or engineering field.
• 8+ years of experience in complex systems integration.
• Proficiency with Siemens NX and its suite of tools.
• Ability to communicate complex technical rationale to multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting.

Nice to have

• Experience with Turboshaft system integration and turbogenerator design principles.
• Proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink for control logic and propulsion simulation.
• Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and analysis.
• Prior experience with hybrid-electric aircraft, eVTOLs, or hybrid automotive powertrains.
• Familiarity with FAA or EASA certification standards.

Culture & Benefits

• Pay-for-performance culture that rewards contributions to company strategy.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and an inclusive work environment.
• Provision of reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities or religious beliefs.