Principal Electrical Engineer, Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Systems

ELECTRA; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and equity

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

401(k) with immediate vesting

Free catered lunches and snacks at Man

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Electra, based in Manassas, Virginia, seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead design and development of high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems for the EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft. This role covers design, prototyping, integration, and testing within a fast-moving aerospace program.

You will analyze architectures, define interfaces, manage requirements, and oversee supplier evaluations while coordinating with program management and IPTs to ensure safety, performance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace, or related field.
• 12+ years of experience in relevant discipline areas or an equivalent combination of education, skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, analysis, integration, and testing of electrical systems for the hybrid-electric aircraft.
• Understand program objectives and define architectures, requirements, and interfaces between systems.
• Develop and manage requirements for electrical systems and equipment.

Skills

Aerospace electrical systems

Hybrid-electric propulsion

Avionics systems

Test equipment proficiency

Independent work leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Soldering iron

Job description

Electra, based in Manassas, Virginia, seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead design and development of high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems for the EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft. This role covers design, prototyping, integration, and testing within a fast-moving aerospace program.

You will analyze architectures, define interfaces, manage requirements, and oversee supplier evaluations while coordinating with program management and IPTs to ensure safety, performance, and