0102 - Aircraft Systems Integration Engineer - Electra Aero

About Electra

From revolutionizing air travel with our hybrid-electric eSTOL aircraft to tackling critical climate science missions with our solar-powered stratospheric UAS, Electra builds airplanes that make sense. Our world-class team of engineers isn’t afraid to disrupt the status quo and we plan to change the world with modern ideas that challenge conventional thinking. Electra is a new aerospace company headquartered in Northern Virginia and we're on a quest to build a team of insanely talented people who want to do meaningful work. 

Job Description 

Electra is seeking a Systems Engineer to support systems engineering activities for the prototype 9-passenger hybrid electric eSTOL (electric short takeoff and landing) aircraft.  This is an incredible hands-on opportunity to make a direct impact on a cutting-edge development program. This position will be based in Manassas, Virginia.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Developing and maintaining system engineering processes for the program.
• Leading requirements management activities for the program, including developing requirements, establishing requirements traceability verification matrices (RVTM) and supporting verification analysis and testing.
• Performing safety and reliability analysis, including (but not limited to) Functional Hazard Assessments, Fault Tree Analysis, and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis.
• Collaborating with Integrated Product Teams to define and manage system and subsystem interfaces.
• Supporting aircraft level processes and documentation, including CONOPs development and risk management planning.
• Providing subject matter expertise, technical review, and mentoring to a broad team of engineers.
• Interfacing with customers, suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure program alignment.

Required Education and Experience

• B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering (or related STEM discipline) and
• 2 or more years of experience in relevant discipline areas (or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience).

Required Skills

• Experience with the aircraft development process and understanding of aircraft systems.
• Experience applying systems engineering methods and tools, including requirements development and system safety analysis.
• A strong work ethic and ability to independently execute the areas described by the responsibilities and essential functions.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience leading systems engineering activities on an aircraft platform.
• Experience supporting prototype development programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), certification procedures (especially Part 23), and relevant industry standards.
• US Person (Citizen or Green Card) Preferred
• Licensed Pilot Preferred

Working Conditions:

• Work is typically performed in a warehouse/aviation and office environment which requires proper safety precautions.  May need to lift up to 50 lbs.

Location: Headquarters in Manassas, VA. To encourage close collaboration this position requires daily onsite hours.

Travel: <25%
Salary: Electra’s salary range for this position is: $69,875.00 - $155,875.00
Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects.  Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and/or training, role, level, location, and project.
 

Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

Additionally, as part of our commitment to health and safety, we require all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Electra offers a reasonable accommodation process for individuals who are unable to meet our vaccination requirement due to a disability, medical condition, or sincerely held religious belief.

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