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We believe in the potential of every individual, no matter their background. We’re on the lookout for driven professionals eager to take their careers to the next level.
The Structural Design Engineer will be responsible for the conceptualization, design, and development of air vehicles, with a focus on innovative solutions for eVTOL. This role involves leading and contributing to various aspects of the aircraft design process to achieve optimal performance, safety, and efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Structural Design:
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- Design and analyze the structural components of the air vehicle, ensuring strength, durability, and weight efficiency.
- Systems Integration:
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- Coordinate the integration of various systems, including avionics, flight control, and environmental control systems, into the overall air vehicle design.
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- Manage and document changes to the air vehicle configuration, ensuring proper version control and compliance with design standards.
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- Consider manufacturability and cost factors during the design process, collaborating with manufacturing engineers to optimize production processes.
- Propulsion System Integration:
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- Collaborate with powertrain engineers to integrate propulsion systems, including electric motors, batteries, and associated components, into the air vehicle structure.
- Conceptual Design:
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- Lead the conceptualization and definition of air vehicle architectures, considering factors such as mission requirements, aerodynamics, and propulsion systems.
- Safety and Compliance:
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- Ensure that the air vehicle design meets applicable safety standards and aviation regulations.
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- Collaborate with prototyping and testing teams to build and evaluate physical prototypes, providing design support and addressing issues identified during testing.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience in structural design, preferably in the context of innovative aerial mobility platforms such as eVTOLs.
- Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software for aerospace applications.
- Strong knowledge of structural analysis, and systems integration.
- Familiarity with electric propulsion systems and hybrid architectures.
- Experience with multidisciplinary optimization for air vehicle design.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials relevant to aerospace applications.
- Understanding of aviation regulations and certification processes.
This position involves a holistic approach, coordinating the design, implementation, and maintenance of systems to ensure they meet specified requirements and objectives. Systems engineers work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve seamless integration and optimal performance across the entire system lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
- System Requirements Analysis:
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- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document system requirements, ensuring a clear understanding of project objectives.
- System Architecture Design:
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- Develop system architecture, defining the structure and components needed to meet requirements, considering factors such as functionality, performance, and scalability.
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- Define and manage interfaces between system components, ensuring compatibility and effective communication between subsystems.
- Verification and Validation:
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- Develop and implement verification and validation plans to ensure that the system meets specified requirements and standards throughout the development lifecycle.
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- Identify and assess technical and project risks, developing mitigation strategies to ensure successful system implementation.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including system requirements, design specifications, and test plans, to facilitate communication and project continuity.
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- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware and software engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders, to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to system development.
- Configuration Management:
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- Implement and manage configuration control processes to track changes to the system throughout its lifecycle.
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- Contribute to system lifecycle planning, including design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance phases.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience in systems engineering, with a focus on complex engineering projects.
- Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices.
- Proficiency in modelling and simulation tools, such as MATLAB, Simulink, or others relevant to the specific industry.
- Familiarity with requirements management tools and configuration management processes.
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.
The eVTOL Powertrain Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and optimization of the electric powertrain system for vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. This role involves working on cutting-edge technologies in electric propulsion, energy storage, and control systems to ensure efficient and reliable performance of the eVTOL powertrain.
Responsibilities:
- Powertrain System Design:
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- Lead the design process for the electric powertrain system, including motors, inverters, batteries, and associated components.
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- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate the powertrain into the overall eVTOL architecture.
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- Optimize the powertrain for maximum efficiency, range, and reliability.
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- Conduct simulations and modelling to analyze and refine the powertrain performance under various operating conditions.
- Battery Technology:
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- Work on the selection and integration of advanced battery technologies to meet energy density, weight, and safety requirements.
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- Collaborate with battery suppliers and researchers to stay updated on the latest advancements in battery technology.
- Battery Management System:
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- Develop and implement control algorithms for the seamless integration of electric propulsion components, ensuring stability and performance during vertical and horizontal flight.
- Testing and Validation:
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- Plan and execute testing programs to validate the performance and safety of the eVTOL powertrain.
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- Analyze test data and iterate on designs to address any identified issues.
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- Ensure that the eVTOL powertrain meets relevant aviation and safety regulations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience in designing and optimizing electric powertrain systems, preferably for aerospace applications.
- Strong knowledge of electric motor design, power electronics, and energy storage systems.
- Proficiency in simulation and modelling tools for powertrain analysis.
- Experience with control system design and implementation for electric propulsion.