Senior Engineer, Electrical Systems Design

Otto Aviation; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

Otto Aviation seeks a Senior Engineer in Electrical Systems Design responsible for creating cutting-edge electrical and avionics systems for their innovative aircraft. Joining a team focused on efficiency, candidates should possess solid electrical engineering skills, relevant experience, and a passion for collaborative design.

Benefits

Subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) opportunities

15 paid days off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Potential bonuses and stock options

Qualifications

• 7+ years of industry experience in a closely related field.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems common in modern Part 23 / Part 25 business aircraft.
• Minimum of 1,000 hours utilizing CATIA V5, V6, or 3DX.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and integrate electrical systems in CATIA 3DExperience.
• Conduct trade studies for optimized aerospace electrical systems.
• Generate electrical wiring routing representations throughout the airframe.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Problem Solving

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Education

B.S. in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Senior Engineer, Electrical Systems Design

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About Otto Aviation

OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aviation is designing world-class aircraft from first principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance.

About Otto Aviation

OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aviation is designing world-class aircraft from first principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance.

About The Role

Otto Aviation is seeking a dynamic designer to contribute to the design, development, and integration of electrical and avionics systems. You will join a team developing the world’s most efficient aircraft. Otto Aviation is seeking first principles designers that balance creativity with experience while working within an effective team atmosphere.

What You’ll Do

• Work with electrical system owners to design, develop and integrate electrical systems in CATIA 3DExperience (3DX), ensuring compliance with technical specifications, performance standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Create 3D models and 2D drawings to represent the engineering definition for components, assemblies, and installations, including GD&T dimensions, materials, and processes necessary to fully define the configuration.
• Conduct trade studies for optimized, fit, form, and function of aerospace electrical systems including detailed system layouts and airframe integration.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define and validate electrical interfaces with adjacent systems and structures.
• Generate zonal reference models (ZRM), interface control models (ICM) and interface control drawings (ICD) to define key electrical interfaces with adjacent structures and systems.
• Coordinate design and integration efforts with electrical system suppliers. .
• Generate electrical wiring routing representations throughout the airframe, including wiring harness assembly drawings.
• Perform tolerance stack-up analysis at component, assembly, and installation levels.
• Produce bill of materials and assist in manufacturing assembly instructions.
• Work with pilots and human factors to support the design and layout of the crew interface for electrical systems.
• Work with maintenance and operation experts to support meeting reliability and maintainability targets.
• Technical oversight and mentorship of junior designers.
  
  

Who You Are

Education

• B.S., in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
  
  

Experience

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems common in modern Part 23 / Part 25 business aircraft.
• 7+ years of industry experience in a closely related field.
• Experience with design and fabrication of aircraft wiring harnesses and integration of electrical components.
• Experience with ASME Y14.100 Drawings and Y14.5 GD&T.
• Experience with model and drawing checking, engineering part and model release, and engineering change process.
• Experience in rapid prototyping (additive manufacturing) for both experimental and production applications.
• Minimum of 1,000 hours utilizing CATIA V5, V6, or 3DX.
• Familiarity of FAR Part 23 certification requirements and processes pertinent to electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and hands-on experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
  

Required Skills (Interpersonal)

• Active Listening: Practice to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders.
• Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project.
• Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers.
• Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges.
• Self-Motivation: Exude the highest level of commitment and motivation to see it through from start to finish.
• Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills happily work together and accountable to shared goal.
• Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations and other forms and channels of communication.
  
  

Where You'll Be

Otto Aviation is currently a remote/hybrid workplace culture, with plans to secure a permanent headquarters for our corporate office in the next 2-3 years.

This position is a remote job that can be worked anywhere in the United States.

Benefits

Otto Aviation provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 15 paid holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options.

Otto Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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