[Hiring] Principal Engineer, Propulsion Integration @Otto Aerospace

Role Description

Otto Aerospace is seeking a dynamic engineer to support and oversee the design, development, and integration of the propulsion system, including:

• Turbofan engines
• FADECs
• Inlets
• Exhausts
• Heat exchangers
• Fans/blowers
• Fire protection systems

You will join a team developing the world’s most efficient aircraft. Otto Aerospace is seeking first principles engineers that balance creativity with experience while working within an effective team atmosphere.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform 1-D analysis, as well as Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis in support of aircraft subsystem integration, relating to fluid flow and heat transfer.
• Provide technical guidance for system owners in thermal science related activities, including support with system level test planning, execution support, verification, data processing, and troubleshooting.
• Support development of engineering specifications and drawings.
• Prepare and/or review the thermal fluid content of certification compliance documents.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
• 8-12 years of experience in the design and development of propulsion systems.
• 3+ years of direct experience with FADEC controlled turbofan engine integration in a Part 23 or Part 25 aircraft; familiarity with engine installation manuals.
• 2+ years of experience overseeing, guiding, and mentoring less experienced engineers.
• 2+ years of involvement in bid, proposal, and project capture activities.
• Proficiency using engine computer performance models (engine cycle deck analysis).
• Mastery of FAR Part 23 and Part 25 certification requirements and processes pertinent to propulsion systems.
• Strong understanding and experience with RTCA D-160G, DO-178, DO-254, and SAE ARP4754A.
• Good knowledge of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and hands-on experience.
• Overall knowledge of mechanical systems, fuel systems, environmental control systems, structures, avionics and electrical systems, and key interfaces to the propulsion system.
• Proficiency with Dassault 3DX and/or CATIA V6 to interrogate both 3D and 2D data.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to closely coordinate with manufacturing to support MRB activities.
• Experience managing supplier relationships.

Requirements

• Active Listening: Practice to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders.
• Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project.
• Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers.
• Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges.
• Self-Motivation: Exude highest level of commitment and motivation to see tasks/projects from start to finish.
• Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture that facilitates people with unique personalities and skills, happily working together to accomplish a shared goal.
• Strong Business Communication: Use thoughtful language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations and other forms and channels of communication.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) opportunities
• Paid short term disability
• Voluntary long-term disability and additional term life
• 15 paid days off
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Potential bonuses and stock options depending on seniority and role

Company Description

Otto Aerospace is building the next generation of business aircraft. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Leveraging a combination of laminar flow aerodynamics and carbon-fiber materials, Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft that take advantage of first principles physics and deliver ground-breaking performance.