Sr. Aerospace Engineer - Performance and DesignJob Summary: Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) is seeking a full-time Senior Aerospace Engineer - Performance and Design, to join our team in San Luis Obispo, CA. The Senior Aerospace Engineer will assist in the multi-functional product development of new aircraft design and control systems while collaborating with other engineering disciplines and project personnel.
Responsibilities and Duties: - Conduct aircraft conceptual design and sizing studies.
- Analysis of aerodynamics, propulsion, flight performance, etc.
- Setting up and running vehicle and component optimizations.
- Perform analysis, simulation, and engineering trade studies to support design decisions.
- Research about technologies, analysis methods, standards, and regulations to guide aircraft design.
- Develop, test, and implement custom software-based design tools.
- May oversee or supervise or be responsible for the work of subordinates or less senior positions assigned to programs
- Acts as a mentor or technical advisor to junior engineers
- Clearly communicate engineering ideas, progress, and results using written reports and oral presentations to supervisors, project managers, and customers.
- Collaborate with team members to accomplish project goals in a timely fashion.
Required Qualifications and Skills: - Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or equivalent.
- 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
- Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Python.
- Proficiency with aircraft flight performance analysis and conceptual design.
- Fundamental understanding of related disciplines including aerodynamics, aircraft stability & control, thermal analysis, structures, electronics, systems engineering, computational optimization, etc.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong writing & presentation skills.
- Willing to relocate to San Luis Obispo, CA .
Desired Qualifications and Skills: - Master's degree in aerospace engineering or equivalent and/or 5+ years of experience.
- Experience with Simulink, Python, VBA, C++, and/or other coding languages.
- Experience with OpenVSP / VSPAERO, XFOIL, AVL, etc..
- Experience with CFD tools using Altair, OVERFLOW, or similar.
- Experience performing flight loads analysis.
- Experience setting up and running optimization tools.
- Experience using programming version control software such as Git.
- Experience with CAD modeling using SolidWorks or similar.
- Experience with requirements capture at the aircraft and/or systems level.
- Familiarity with the design of aircraft and common aircraft systems.
- Familiarity with eVTOL aircraft.
- Familiarity with civil and military regulations for fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft.
- Familiarity with electric vertical takeoff / landing (eVTOL) design concepts.
- Familiarity with the urban air mobility (UAM) market space.
Comprehensive Benefits & Perks: - Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day off.
- Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.
- Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.
- Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
- Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.
- Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!
**This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA** Hiring Range: $100-150k Salary/Exempt
