0149 – Lead Mass Properties Engineer

Other US Location
December 20, 2024
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Job Description

About Electra
Electra is pioneering direct aviation with our groundbreaking EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric product aircraft, a nine-passenger piloted aircraft built for the electric future that redefines air travel without airports, emissions, or noise. Our world-class team of engineers isn’t afraid to disrupt the status quo and we plan to change the world with modern ideas that challenge conventional thinking. Electra is a new aerospace company headquartered in Northern Virginia and we’re on a quest to build a team of insanely talented people who want to do meaningful work. 
Job Description 
Electra is seeking a Lead Mass Properties Engineer to support the development of our EL9 Ultra Short aircraft.  This is an incredible opportunity to make a direct impact on a cutting-edge development program.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions

  • Lead mass properties control and management execution across for the EL9 program.
  • Conduct advanced design weight estimation to develop preliminary weight estimates to support advanced design proposals, prototyping efforts, trade studies, etc.
  • Develop current and forecasted weight, balance, and mass properties data.
  • Perform estimation, calculation, and measurement/verification of mass, center of gravity, and inertias of components, assemblies and completed systems.
  • Develop mass properties processes and tools to be implemented across Electra.
  • Coordinate with SME’s across the program to understand weight impacts of design decisions.
  • Support the development and presentation of weight status or technical data to design teams and program leadership.
  • Review and support detail and installation drawing release processes.
  • Work under minimal direction.
  • Excellent written/verbal communication skills and enjoys working in a team environment.

Required Qualifications

  • B.S. in STEM discipline
  • 6+ years of mass properties experience
  • Experience with applicable industry recommended mass properties practices
  • A strong work ethic and ability to independently execute the areas described by the responsibilities and essential functions.
  • Excellent organization and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

  • Advanced degree preferred.
  • Experience with 3D solid modeling software applications (preferably NX) and product data management tools (TeamCenter).
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), certification procedures (especially Part 23), and relevant industry standards.
  • US Person Preferred.

Salary: Electra’s salary range for this position is: $81,250.00 – 181,250.00
Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and/or training, role, level, location, and project.

Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.
Additionally, as part of our commitment to health and safety, we require all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Electra offers a reasonable accommodation process for individuals who are unable to meet our vaccination requirement due to a disability, medical condition, or sincerely held religious belief.