0127 - Senior Electrical Engineer
Electra AeroAbout Electra
From revolutionizing air travel with our sustainable 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 actively recruiting a Senior Electrical Engineer to support the design and development of high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems for our prototype aircraft and our emerging 9-passenger eSTOL (electric short takeoff and landing) hybrid-electric aircraft. This position focuses on PCB design, test fixtures, electrical prototyping, avionics testing, and system integration. Most work is done on-site with some flexibility for hybrid work in Manassas, Virginia.
Responsibilities and Essential Functions
- Support design, analysis, and testing of electrical systems for our hybrid-electric aircraft.
- Support the development of avionics (both in-house and COTS) systems and equipment.
- Understand and use communications protocols for electrical systems such as CAN-bus, ethernet, and serial.
- Support power distribution (low voltage and high voltage), power electronics, electrical energy storage, and electric machine testing.
- Printed circuit board bring up and test
- Build and design electrical harnessing for communications and power across the aircraft.
- Developing test fixtures for data acquisition systems
- Support and buildup of telemetry systems
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace, or a related field; and
- 6+ years of experience in relevant discipline areas or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
- Working knowledge in the area of hybrid-electric and/or fully electric propulsion systems and power electronics.
- Experience in the development of electrical systems, hybrid-electric propulsion and/or avionics systems.
- Proficient with general-purpose test and build equipment/tools (oscilloscope, multimeter, soldering iron).
- A strong work ethic and ability to independently meet expectations the areas described in the responsibilities and essential functions.
- Organization and communication skills.
- Ability to adapt well to change.
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industry standards.
- Master’s in relevant engineering discipline.
- Experience with implementing and troubleshooting digital communications architectures (i.e. Serial, CAN, Ethernet, and ARINC429).
- Experience with grounding schemes for complex electrical systems.
- US Person (Citizen or Green Card) Preferred
Location: Headquarters in Manassas, VA. To encourage close collaboration this position is 3-4 days in the office, with some virtual work allowed.
Travel: <25%
Salary: Electra’s salary range for this position is: $81,250.00 – 181,250.00
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.
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.