Lead Electrical Engineer - Hybrid-Electric Aerospace Systems

Elroy Air; Byron (CA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus equity package

Comprehensive insurance package

401(k) with investment options

Flexible vacation policy

Early team culture shaping

Job summary

Elroy Air is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the continued development and testing of the Chaparral hybrid electric VTOL cargo aircraft. This role involves modifying designs, powering systems, and cross-disciplinary collaboration for aerospace advancements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency in electrical CAD tools and lab equipment. A competitive salary package is offered, ensuring you work with a skilled team at the forefront of logistics innovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional engineering experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with electric vehicles or aerospace powertrain development.
• Ability to self-manage tasks and solve ambiguous problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical layout and assembly for the aircraft’s Iron Bird ground test platform.
• Build and test the hybrid-electric powertrain architecture.
• Define and implement electrical testing strategies and conduct HIL testing.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Problem-solving

Electrical CAD tools

Lab equipment usage

Debugging

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Elroy Air is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the continued development and testing of the Chaparral hybrid electric VTOL cargo aircraft. This role involves modifying designs, powering systems, and cross-disciplinary collaboration for aerospace advancements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency in electrical CAD tools and lab equipment. A competitive salary package is offered, ensuring you work with a skilled team at the forefront of logistics innovation.