Aircraft Integration Engineer

JetZero; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

10 paid holidays

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Equity tax advisory services

Job summary

JetZero, located in Mojave, is looking for an experienced Aircraft Integration Engineer to facilitate integration efforts at Mojave Air and Space Port. This role includes managing subsystem integration and providing technical direction in manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years in aerospace manufacturing, strong communication skills, and experience with safety and quality management. The compensation range for this role is $100,000–$135,000, along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing and/or R&D.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving development program.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support development of work instructions for systems integration.
• Provide on-site adjudication of deviations from technical specifications.
• Coordinate materials procurement and logistics.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Safety and quality management

Communication skills

Prototyping/testing experience

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Siemens NX/Teamcenter experience

Hands-on experience

Job description

Today’s aircraft contribute around 4% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars. This is only going to increase: Air travel is forecasted to double by 2050, while meaningful efficiency gains using current airplanes have hit a wall.

JetZero is developing a blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft. It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion. JetZero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel.

The JetZero Team

We are experienced aerospace professionals and engineers, excited about the future. That future will only be possible if we share our vision and what it means to people’s lives: carbon-free flight that is better for both passengers and airlines around the world.

Position Overview

JetZero is seeking an experienced Aircraft Integration Engineer to support JetZero’s build and integration efforts at Mojave Air and Space Port. This position will manage the integration of systems and subsystems alongside the manufacturing efforts of Scaled Composites, support development of work instructions, and provide on‑site technical direction for in‑process build and integration efforts in Mojave.

What You’ll Do

• Under the direction of JetZero’s Build Manager, support development and refinement of work instructions necessary to effectively integrate systems and subsystems into the Demonstrator airframe.
• In coordination with the Demonstrator Chief Engineer, provide on‑site adjudication of deviations from technical specifications and work instructions.
• Coordinate near, mid, and long‑term tasking with JetZero’s Systems Integration Manager and the airframe manufacturer (Scaled Composites, LLC) in the airframe manufacturer’s facility.
• Coordinate materials procurement, logistics, and usage, ensuring efficient operations.
• Collaborate closely with JetZero’s and Scaled’s engineering teams.
• Prepare and deliver weekly status reports, as directed.

What You Bring

• 5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing and/or R&D.
• Strong experience with safety and quality management.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑moving development program with evolving processes and procedures.
• Experience with prototyping and/or experimental testing (desired).
• Experience working “hands on” (desired).
• Knowledgeable on manufacturing processes.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Experience with Siemens NX/Teamcenter.
• Experience with composite aircraft manufacturing (desired).

Compensation

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $100,000–$135,000.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Equity tax advisory services

Equal Opportunity Statement

JetZero does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

At JetZero, we value diversity and are an equal‑opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws, ordinance, or regulation.