Principal Engineer - Structures Design

March 12

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Otto Aviation

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Otto Aviation is a pioneering company focused on revolutionizing aircraft design through the development of transonic super-laminar (TSL) aircraft. By leveraging advanced computational fluid dynamics and ultra-high precision manufacturing techniques, Otto Aviation's innovative designs achieve significant improvements in efficiency and performance, notably reducing drag and fuel consumption. Their flagship model, the Celera 800, showcases a 60% reduction in fuel burn and a 90% decrease in carbon emissions, making it a sustainable alternative in aviation.

11 - 50 employees

Founded 2008

🚀 Aerospace

⚡ Energy

📋 Description

• Otto Aviation is seeking a senior level design engineer to become a member of the structural design team. • You will be joining a lean organization that prioritizes high-functioning engineers with an eagerness to contribute to all stages of aircraft development, flight test, and certification. • You will also serve as a core member of the organization, aiding in the development of the company’s standard processes and procedures. • Lead clean sheet structural designs throughout the conceptual design, preliminary design, detailed design, assembly/integration, flight test, and certification phases. • Manage an aircraft zone and show compliance for relevant 14 CFR Part 23, Part 25, and internal design/marketing requirements. • Oversee multi-disciplinary trade studies to meet all aircraft requirements and optimize KVIs. • Develop and author company standard processes and procedures relevant to structural design. • Lead the development of company design tools and composite/metallic design best practices. • Manage key structural suppliers and partners. • Individually prioritize design tasks and delegate to junior engineers. • Interface with structural analysis, aircraft systems, testing/certification, and manufacturing teams to meet all design commitments while promoting a collaborative environment. • Coordinate with cross functional teams to define and validate structural interfaces with adjacent systems and structures. • Support both prototype and production vehicle development while understanding the variations in respective design and manufacturing methodologies. • Assist in the development and implementation of PLM tools. • Provide technical oversight and mentorship of junior engineers.

🎯 Requirements

• B.S., in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent • 10+ years of aerospace structural design experience • Expertise in fixed wing, composite structural design and systems integration. • Expertise in composite materials and manufacturing processes. • Strong experience in aircraft level development programs • Proficiency in FAR Part 23 and Part 25 certification requirements pertinent to structural design, analysis, and manufacturing. • Advanced knowledge of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing. • Proficiency in Design for Manufacturability methodologies. • Overall knowledge of mechanical systems, propulsion, furnishings/interiors, and other key structural interfaces • Advanced proficiency with CATIA V5/V6/3DX along with Dessault Composites Workbench • Experience in Enovia or 3DX PLM systems. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to closely coordinate with manufacturing to support MRB activities. • Experience managing supplier relationships. • Preferred experience in manned aircraft prototype environments • Preferred ability to guide and mentor junior engineers.