Structural Engineer | Propulsion
Core
Develop propulsion system components for electric aircraft motors and inverters, optimizing designs for performance, weight, and robustness while ensuring certification.
Role type
Mechanical structural engineer (propulsion systems)
Builds
Motors, inverters, and validation equipment (propeller stands, dynos, test rigs) for electric aviation
Domain
Electric aviation / Aerospace propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
static structure analysis, bolted joints analysis, fatigue analysis, rotordynamics, modal analysis, FEA (ANSYS Workbench), Catia 3DX, tolerancing, hand calculations
Preferred skills
vibration analysis, rotating machinery experience, electrical motors and inverters experience
Technologies
ANSYS Workbench, Catia 3DX, Google G-Suite, Slack
Responsibilities
Assess and challenge boundary conditions from interfacing groups; Perform hand calculations and FEA to ensure product integrity; Document analyses for internal reviews and certification; Define requirements for coupon or bench tests to support validation; Support definition of test plans for full engine tests; Collaborate with design and certification teams to ensure certifiability
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC