Staff/Senior Mechanical Engineer – Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Systems

Electra.aero; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Free catered lunches

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Electra is seeking a Staff / Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of mechanical systems for our hybrid‑electric Ultra Short aircraft. The role is based in Manassas, Virginia, offering hands‑on work across system architecture, design, integration, prototyping, and testing with a small, high‑caliber team.

Responsibilities include CAD modeling, defining specifications, performing analyses, supporting trade studies, and coordinating with structures, propulsion, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience for Staff; 8+ for Senior.
• Proven ability to design, analyze, and document mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate aircraft mechanical systems.
• Create CAD models, layouts, and drawings; manage interfaces.
• Perform analyses, calculations, and simulations for performance and compliance.
• Support trade studies to optimize weight, cost, and reliability.
• Collaborate across structures, propulsion, avionics, and manufacturing teams.
• Contribute to qualification, verification, and certification activities.

Skills

Mechanical design

System integration

Engineering calculations

Technical communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace

5+ years relevant experience

Tools

NX CAD

FEA tools

Job description

Electra is seeking a Staff / Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of mechanical systems for our hybrid‑electric Ultra Short aircraft. The role is based in Manassas, Virginia, offering hands‑on work across system architecture, design, integration, prototyping, and testing with a small, high‑caliber team.

Responsibilities include CAD modeling, defining specifications, performing analyses, supporting trade studies, and coordinating with structures, propulsion, and