Electrical Systems Design Engineer

3 days ago


Manassas, Virginia, United States Electra Aero Full time
Electra Aero Career Opportunity

About Electra Aero

Electra Aero is a cutting-edge aerospace company revolutionizing air travel with our sustainable eSTOL aircraft and tackling critical climate science missions with our solar-powered stratospheric UAS. Our world-class team of engineers disrupts the status quo, planning to change the world with modern ideas that challenge conventional thinking.

We're headquartered in Northern Virginia and on a quest to build a talented team of people who want to do meaningful work. The successful candidate will support the design and development of high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems for our prototype aircraft and emerging 9-passenger eSTOL hybrid-electric aircraft.

This role focuses on PCB design, test fixtures, electrical prototyping, avionics testing, and system integration, with most work done on-site and some flexibility for hybrid work in Manassas, Virginia. Travel is estimated at less than 25%.

Job Details
  • Title: High-Voltage Electrical Engineer
  • Location: Headquarters in Manassas, VA, with flexible hybrid work options
  • Travel: Less than 25%
  • Salary Range: $81,250 - $181,250
Responsibilities
  1. Support design, analysis, and testing of electrical systems for our hybrid-electric aircraft.
  2. Support the development of avionics (both in-house and COTS) systems and equipment.
  3. Understand and use communications protocols for electrical systems such as CAN-bus, ethernet, and serial.
  4. Support power distribution (low voltage and high voltage), power electronics, electrical energy storage, and electric machine testing.
  5. Printed circuit board bring up and test.
  6. Build and design electrical harnessing for communications and power across the aircraft.
  7. Developing test fixtures for data acquisition systems.
  8. Support and buildup of telemetry systems.
  9. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace, or a related field;
  • 6+ years of experience in relevant discipline areas or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience;
  • Working knowledge in the area of hybrid-electric and/or fully electric propulsion systems and power electronics.
Additional Skills
  • Experience in the development of electrical systems, hybrid-electric propulsion and/or avionics systems;
  • Proficient with general-purpose test and build equipment/tools (oscilloscope, multimeter, soldering iron);
  • A strong work ethic and ability to independently meet expectations in the areas described in the responsibilities;
  • Organization and communication skills;
  • Ability to adapt well to change;
  • Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industry standards;
  • Master's in relevant engineering discipline;
  • Experience with implementing and troubleshooting digital communications architectures (i.e. Serial, CAN, Ethernet, and ARINC429);
  • Experience with grounding schemes for complex electrical systems;
  • US Person (Citizen or Green Card) Preferred.
What We Offer

Compensation: A highly competitive salary range of $81,250 - $181,250, based on your skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance; generous PTO and sick leave; company holidays; paid winter break; and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.

Perks: Free catered lunches, amazing coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit, free parking, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Culture: Diverse and inclusive environment, fostering collaboration and teamwork, with opportunities for career advancement and skill-building.



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