Technical Lead, Turbogenerator (Aerospace)

Location: San Jose, California, United States

Base pay: $207,000–$259,000 per year

Company

hirify.global develops advanced air mobility technologies, including air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems, and aviation-related artificial intelligence solutions for commercial aerospace and defense customers.

What you will do

• Own the turbogenerator system and define the development strategy for the turboshaft, turbogenerator, and wider hybrid powertrain.
• Lead a multidisciplinary turbogenerator team covering fuel, turbine design, exhaust, thermal systems, and related expertise.
• Drive turboshaft integration, testing, verification, and certification within the aircraft.
• Optimize the integrated turboshaft design and define subsystem and integration requirements for mechanical and systems engineering teams.
• Manage technical, certification, program, and other risks across the development effort.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in a related scientific or engineering field.
• 10+ years of experience in turboshaft design and engine control.
• Strong understanding of turboshaft operation and experience with industry-standard engineering tools, methods, and processes.
• Significant experience applying Part-33 or CS-E requirements to novel systems programs.
• Systematic problem-solving skills, independence, technical leadership, and the ability to communicate complex technical rationale to multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing comprehensive technical reports and documents.

Nice to have

• Experience with hybrid-electric aircraft, eVTOLs, or hybrid automotive powertrains.
• Familiarity with FAA or EASA certification of electric powertrains and propulsion systems.
• Knowledge of simulation model validation, model calibration, and uncertainty quantification.

Culture & Benefits

• Pay-for-performance culture with compensation based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Commitment to an equitable, inclusive, and diverse workplace.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.
• Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.