Integration and Test Lead (Powertrain), Omen
Core
Lead integration and test activities for electric powertrain systems (motors, inverters, batteries, BMS) across bench, HIL, HITL, and flight test environments for autonomous air vehicles.
Role type
Senior IC Integration and Test Engineering Lead (Powertrain)
Builds
Omen, a hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle (AAV) with runway-independent Group 3 platform capabilities.
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Electric Propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
High voltage electric drive systems knowledge, powertrain dynamometer testing, motor characterization, gearbox acceptance testing, DAQ setup and operation, sensor selection and installation, CAN/Ethernet/Serial protocols, CLI fluency, thermal management system integration
Preferred skills
Defense industry background, security clearance eligibility
Technologies
High voltage distribution, battery management systems (BMS), power conditioning, thermal management systems
Responsibilities
Develop and execute test plans for Powertrain system integration, lead integration and characterization of electric machines and power electronics, support development of Powertrain surrogate for control tuning, ensure safety of integration environments regarding high voltage hazards, implement configuration control processes, support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), ground test, and flight test of prototype and production systems
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC