Aircraft Manufacturing Engineer

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About Electra

At Electra, we're pioneering sustainable aviation by developing hybrid-electric Ultra Short Takeoff and Landing aircraft designed to transform regional air mobility, by making air travel more efficient, quieter, and environmentally friendly. Able to operate from soccer field-sized spaces, our Ultra Short unlocks a new era of aviation through what we call Direct Aviation - the next level of connectivity bringing air travel closer to where we live, work, and play. Headquartered in Northern Virginia, with additional locations in Switzerland, we're building a diverse team of global professionals passionate about redefining the future of aviation.

About Electra

At Electra, we're pioneering sustainable aviation by developing hybrid-electric Ultra Short Takeoff and Landing aircraft designed to transform regional air mobility, by making air travel more efficient, quieter, and environmentally friendly. Able to operate from soccer field-sized spaces, our Ultra Short unlocks a new era of aviation through what we call Direct Aviation - the next level of connectivity bringing air travel closer to where we live, work, and play. Headquartered in Northern Virginia, with additional locations in Switzerland, we're building a diverse team of global professionals passionate about redefining the future of aviation.

Position Overview

Electra.aero, a next-gen aerospace technology company, seeks a dynamic and energetic Aircraft Manufacturing Engineer to influence the design of new aircraft products to assure their effective and efficient manufacturability, and to design and lead the implementation of the associated preproduction and production manufacturing processes of the new products. This role reports to the Manufacturing and Supply Chain leader.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Responsible for influencing all aspects of the new product design to assure the efficient and effective manufacturability of the new aircraft products. This will include the products' requirements, architectures, BOM, design, analysis, build, test, cost, schedule, risk, team, suppliers, etc.) with strong quality and cost performance.
• Conduct trade studies and design manufacturing processes' architectures and concepts appropriate to aircraft preproduction and production.
• Participate in the selection and management of manufacturing suppliers / partners. This will include an appropriate degree of travel as needed to be effective.
• Participate in the evolution of the Electra ERP / MRP system to assure the system meets the needs of manufacturing, customers, and regulators, e.g., material control, kitting, work orders, process controls, etc.
• Collaborate closely with program management, other IPTs, and functional groups to accomplish team goals.

Qualifications & Required Skills

Location :

Salary : Electra's salary range for this position is : $80,000.00 - 120,000.00

Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and / or training, role, level, location, and project.

Compensation And Benefits

In addition to offering an exciting work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making Ultra Short flight a reality, at Electra, we offer an unparalleled total rewards package. Electra offers employees a 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. Life at Electra includes a variety of perks, such as free catered lunches, amazing coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit, free parking, and opportunities for much more.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a warehouse / aviation and office environment, which requires proper safety precautions. Work may require some physical effort in handling light materials, boxes, power tools, prototypes, and different materials or equipment. Due to the nature of our business and projects, some fieldwork may be required, working in both indoor and outdoor conditions. You may need to lift up to 50 lbs.

Background & Drug Screening

Successful completion of a background check and / or drug screening prior to starting work may be required for this position.

Commitment

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.

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.

Electra is an E-Verify employer.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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