Principal Electrical Engineer
- Countries
- USA
- Job Types
- software & tech, engineering & hardware, operations
- Experience
- expert
- Organization Types
- aerospace, climate & sustainability, startups
- Location
- Manassas
- Posted Date
- Company
- Electra.aero
- Salary
- USD150,000.0 - USD180,000.0 annually
AI Summary
Job Description
Lead the design, analysis, integration, and testing of high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems for a hybrid-electric aircraft. Responsibilities include defining architectures, managing requirements, supporting supplier selection, and overseeing integration and testing activities.
Hard Requirements
- Experience in aerospace electrical systems, hybrid-electric propulsion, and/or avionics systems
- Proficient with test and build equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, soldering iron)
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- Ability to adapt to change
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace, or related field
- 12+ years of relevant experience
Soft Requirements
- Master's or PhD degree in relevant engineering discipline
- Expertise in high power hybrid-electric/electric propulsion systems and power electronics
- Knowledge of FARs, certification procedures (Part 23), and industry standards
- Experience with digital communication architectures (RS422, CAN, Ethernet, ARINC429)
- Experience with grounding schemes for large electrical systems
- US Person (Citizen or Green Card) Preferred