Staff Design Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: San Jose, California, United States

Salary: $172,000–$225,000 base salary annually

Company

hirify.global is an aerospace company developing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for sustainable air mobility.

What you will do

• Lead integrated thermal lubrication system design from concept through production implementation.
• Design pumps, filters, heat exchangers, pressure relief valves, and related system components.
• Create CAD models, technical drawings, system architectures, and performance specifications.
• Model and analyze thermal and fluid-flow performance using 1D simulation, CFD, and related tools.
• Design test equipment and fixtures, execute component and system testing, and troubleshoot performance issues.
• Provide technical leadership across propulsion, manufacturing, aerodynamics, testing, and supplier teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 5 years of experience designing fluid systems, lubrication systems, or thermal management systems.
• Experience taking systems from concept through production.
• Proficiency with CAD modeling and 2D drawings, including NX, Creo, or similar tools.
• Strong knowledge of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, manufacturing processes, and 1D modeling tools such as GT-Power, AMESim, or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Willingness to work in San Jose, California, travel for testing and supplier visits, and follow safety-first engineering practices.

Nice to have

• CFD experience with StarCCM+ or similar software.
• Aerospace or aviation development experience and knowledge of FAA/EASA certification processes.
• Experience with lubricant formulation, electric or hybrid vehicle lubrication systems, data acquisition, or test automation.
• Advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on sustainable electric air mobility technology.
• Collaborative environment spanning propulsion, manufacturing, aerodynamics, suppliers, and development testing.
• Commitment to an equitable, inclusive, and diverse workplace.
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.