[Remote] Senior Engineer, Structures Design

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Otto Aerospace is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet focused on sustainability through advanced aerodynamics and composite materials. They are seeking a senior level design engineer to join their structural design team, responsible for leading structural designs and managing compliance with relevant regulations.ResponsibilitiesLead clean sheet structural designs throughout the conceptual design, preliminary design, detailed design, assembly/integration, flight test, and certification phasesManage an aircraft zone and show compliance for relevant 14 CFR Part 23, Part 25, and internal design/marketing requirementsOversee multi-disciplinary trade studies to meet all aircraft requirements and optimize KVIsDevelop and author company standard processes and procedures relevant to structural designLead the development of company design tools and composite/metallic design best practicesManage key structural suppliers and partnersIndividually prioritize design tasks and delegate to junior engineersInterface with structural analysis, aircraft systems, testing/certification, and manufacturing teams to meet all design commitments while promoting a collaborative environmentCoordinate with cross functional teams to define and validate structural interfaces with adjacent systems and structuresSupport both prototype and production of vehicle development while understanding the variations in respective design and manufacturing methodologiesAssist in the development and implementation of PLM toolsProvide technical oversight and mentorship of junior engineersSkillsB.S. Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent4+ years of aerospace structural design experienceExpertise in fixed wing or fuselage or empennage or aircraft structural designExpertise in composite materials and manufacturing processesStrong experience in aircraft level development programsProficiency in FAR Part 23 and Part 25 certification requirements pertinent to structural design, analysis, and manufacturingAdvanced knowledge of Geometrical Dimensioning and TolerancingProficiency in Design for Manufacturability methodologiesOverall knowledge of mechanical systems, propulsion, furnishings/interiors, and other key structural interfacesAdvanced proficiency with CATIA V5/V6/3DX along with Dassault Composites WorkbenchExperience in Enovia or 3DX PLM systemsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to closely coordinate with manufacturing to support MRB activitiesExperience managing supplier relationshipsPreferred experience in manned aircraft prototype environmentsPreferred ability to guide and mentor junior engineersBenefitsCompetitive salariesSubsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) opportunitiesPaid short term disabilityVoluntary long-term disability and additional term life15 paid days off15 paid holidaysPaid sick leaveDepending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock optionsCompany OverviewOtto is creating the future of sustainable air travel through paradigm-shifting design, performance and economics. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in Yorba Linda, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.ottoaviation.com/.