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Staff Battery Test & Validation EngineerHeart Aerospace • Los Angeles, CA, US
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Staff Battery Test & Validation Engineer

Staff Battery Test & Validation Engineer

Heart Aerospace • Los Angeles, CA, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Staff Battery Test & Validation Engineer

Location : Los Angeles — On-site. Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Salary : $173,000 - $216,000 per year.

Job Description

Heart Aerospace develops the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart targets type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade.

Our headquarters is based in Gothenburg, Sweden and we are opening a R&D hub in Los Angeles to advance Heart's hybrid-electric propulsion system and other key technologies.

Your mission

Heart Aerospace is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Staff Battery Test & Validation Engineer to join our growing team. You will contribute to the development, testing, and optimization of advanced battery cells designed for electric aerospace applications, leveraging test and validation methodologies to drive innovation and ensure performance, safety and reliability.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of test plans and procedures for battery cells, modules, and packs for electric aerospace applications, including performance, life cycle, environmental, and safety testing.
  • Create and maintain Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&R).
  • Design and set up test fixtures, data acquisition systems, and control software for accurate and repeatable testing.
  • Analyze test data, generate reports, and present findings to cross-functional teams (design, manufacturing, safety).
  • Identify failure modes, perform root cause analysis, and propose design or process improvements to enhance battery system performance and reliability.
  • Collaborate with battery design engineers to define test requirements and ensure testability of new battery technologies and designs.
  • Stay up-to-date on industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to battery testing and safety in aerospace.
  • Contribute to development and validation of battery management system (BMS) algorithms and functionalities.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
  • Manage external testing labs and vendors as needed.

You will initially report to the Director of Battery and belong to the Battery team. Your place of work will be at the El Segundo, CA office (Los Angeles).

Qualifications

Required

  • 8+ years of experience in battery testing and validation, preferably in aerospace, automotive, or other high-reliability industries.
  • Deep understanding of battery electrochemistry, performance characteristics, failure mechanisms, and safety requirements for lithium-ion batteries.
  • Hands-on experience with battery testing equipment (e.g., cyclers, environmental chambers, safety test equipment) and data acquisition systems.
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, JMP) and statistical methods.
  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., RTCA DO-311, UN 38.3, IEC standards).

    • Nice to have

  • Knowledge of battery management systems (BMS) and control algorithms.
  • Experience with aerospace qualification and certification processes.
  • Familiarity with high-voltage systems and safety protocols.
  • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with battery modeling and simulation for aerospace applications.
  • Passion for electric aviation and sustainable technologies.

    • Education

  • MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or a related field.

    • About the company

    Heart Aerospace works to decarbonize and democratize air travel with electrification. Our mission is to make flying more sustainable and accessible, while unlocking regional travel opportunities.

    Joining Heart Aerospace offers the chance to contribute to a new electric aircraft and be part of a fast-moving team during an expansive growth phase. Visit our career site to learn more about working at Heart.

    Heart Aerospace is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value diversity and invite applications from all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics. Heart Aerospace participates in E-Verify.

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