Technical Lead, Turbogenerator

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Job Description

Own and manage the turbogenerator system and team, ensuring integration, testing, and certification within the aircraft. Optimize turboshaft design, manage risks, and direct testing programs. Define sub-systems and integration challenges, and develop strategies for turboshaft, turbogenerator, and hybrid-powertrain development.

Hard Requirements

• BS/MS/PhD in a related scientific or engineering field
• 10+ years experience in turboshaft design and engine control
• Strong fundamentals and demonstrated understanding of turboshaft operation
• Experience with industry-standard tools, methods, and processes
• Ability to do things faster but just as rigorously
• Strong experience with applying Part-33 / CS-E in novel systems programs
• Systematic approach to problem-solving
• Ability to communicate complex, technical rationale to multidisciplinary stakeholders
• Extremely self-motivated with the ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience writing comprehensive technical reports and documents

Soft Requirements

• Prior experience with hybrid-electric aircraft, eVTOLs, or hybrid automotive powertrains
• Familiarity with FAA or EASA certification of electric powertrains and propulsion systems
• Knowledge of simulation model validation, model calibration, and uncertainty quantification methods